American military officer and statesman (1826–1886) who fought in the Mexican-American War and the Civil War. An activist on behalf of veterans’ affairs, Logan was instrumental in the creation of Memorial Day as a public holiday. ANS, one page, 3 x 5, February 9, 1890. Quickly penned letter in his difficult to decipher hand to Henry P. Kimball in Rockford, Illinois. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling. RR Auction COA.
