American military officer (1784–1869) who served in the War of 1812, Mexican-American War, and Civil War. War-dated ALS signed “John E. Wool, Major General,” one page, 4.75 x 7.5, March 20, 1865. Letter to Summer W. Storm. In full: “Your request is granted with the following remarks. The rebel confederacy is tottering and ready to fall. South Carolina is reaping the reward of the treacherous perseverance to destroy the finest country, with the only free Government, on the face of the Globe. A few more battles will bring the war to a close, when we shall again become a united people, if not better, certainly wiser and much more powerful.” Letter is affixed to a slightly larger album page. In very good condition, with light horizontal folds, scattered toning and soiling, and a couple small red stains to left edge. A remarkable letter with prophetic content, as the war ended three weeks later, just as Wool had predicted. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA
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