Confederate major general (1836–1906), known as ‘Fightin’ Joe,’ who led his troops in vigorous opposition to Sherman during the Atlanta campaign. AQS, signed “Joseph Wheeler,” on an off-white 7.75 x 5 sheet, dated September 13. Wheeler writes: “The teachings of American mothers to their sons that their highest honor, and greatest privilege is to fight is to fight [sic] for country its safety, honor, and prestige has done more than all else to raise this republic to the grand position it holds among the nations of the earth.” In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. A poignant and patriotic quote from the hard-driving officer, who would serve the Confederacy for the duration of the war, and would later rejoin the US Army serving with distinction at the turn of the century. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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