Union general (1786–1866) who was a hero of the War of 1812 and the Mexican War, and became General-in-chief of the US Army in 1841, a position he still held at the start of the Civil War. A Virginian, he was the only non-West Pointer of Southern origin in the Regular Army to remain loyal to the Union. ALS, one page, 4 x 5.25, September 11, 1850. Letter to a gentleman. In full: “After carefully reading the papers in the case of Mr. Stafford, I have placed near the bottom of the petition (under the name of H. Dennis) my recollections &c.” A small edge separation to one fold, horizontal fold passing through a portion of his first name, and light soiling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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