Confederate officer (1819–1861) who was the first general killed in the Civil War, shot while leading a retreat after a loss at the Battle of Rich Mountain. Rare manuscript DS, signed “R. S. Garnett,” one page, 7.75 x 6.5, Richmond, Virginia, May 4, 1861. Special Orders No. 21 issued by Garnett, in part: “Private Robert J. Kelly of the Howitzer Companie & Private John McKenna of the Richmond Grays will report to Lieut: Col: R. H. Chilton, Va. Volunteers at Richmond, Va., for duty upon the General Recruiting Service.” Affixed at the top of a document regarding a payment to Kelly. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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