Confederate general (1807–1891) who, when Virginia seceded from the Union in 1861, resigned his commission as a brigadier general in the regular army—the highest-ranking U.S. officer to do so. Initially commissioned as a major general in the Virginia militia, he relieved “Stonewall” Jackson’s command at Harper’s Ferry and organized the Army of the Shenandoah. Ink signature, “J. E. Johnston,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.5 card. Scattered light toning and soiling and a few stains (mostly away from signature), otherwise fine condition. R&R COA.
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