Union general renowned for burning Atlanta during his relentless March to the Sea. ALS signed “W. T. Sherman,” one lightly lined page both sides, 5 x 8, Army Headquarters letterhead, January 17, 1882. Sherman writes to an editor at Lippincott’s magazine. In part: “[I] am gratified for Byers’ sake that you will publish his article. When personal reminiscences of the War have literary merit, they have a peculiar interest to a large class of readers, but I agree with you that much that is offered might as well remain unsaid or unwritten. I will notify Byers who is now U.S. Consul at Zurich, Switzerland—personally known to me as a man of great intelligence and merit.” In very good condition, with a hint of faint scattered toning and partial separations at folds touching a few words. The writing is clear and dark throughout. R&R COA.
