American military officer (1784–1869) who served in the War of 1812, Mexican-American War, and Civil War. Civil War–dated ALS signed “John S. Wool, Major General, U. S. Army,” one page, 4.5 x 7, November 30, 1864. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “The patriot who defends his country in times of change ‘is remembered in history as worthy of a place among the Gods.’ The traitor is only remembered as a curse to the age in which he lived.” In fine condition, with some mild soiling. RR Auction COA.
