German military officer, revolutionist, and immigrant to the United States (1824–1902) who served as a Union major general. War-dated LS signed twice, “F. Sigel, Maj. Gen.,” and “Official, F. Sigel,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, November 9, 1863. In part: “The officers and men of Bat. A N. Y. Artillery sent on furlough to New York have not returned…is their furlough extended by you or other authorities and will you order them back…Commander at Pottsville reports that he can not spare any more troops to be sent to Janesville and Yorktown.” Three-cent revenue stamp affixed to the lower right. In very good condition, with some damp staining and soiling to right border, a crease passing through the signature, a couple tears with slight paper loss to the right edge, and a few central tack holes. RRAuction COA.
