Plantation owner, politician, railroad president, and Confederate brigadier general (1809–1891). ALS signed “Tho. F. Drayton,” one page, lightly-lined, 8 x 10, stamped personal letterhead, January 25, 1890. Letter to General Henry M. Cist. In part: “I have not obtained a copy of the reprint of General Boynton’s letter on the Battles of Chickamauga & Chattanooga and will therefore be much obliged to you for a copy.” Intersecting folds with tape-repaired separation to center horizontal fold, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.
