Civil War–dated ALS signed “U.S. Grant, Maj. Gen.,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 7.75, April 3, 1863. Letter to Major General James B. McPherson, written from the Vicksburg area. In full: “Pass Mr. Hawkins down. I would like to have you come down here as soon as you can. I want to explain to you the present situation.” An area of soiling to the upper portion, otherwise fine condition; a bold and crisply penned letter. The Siege of Vicksburg would begin the following month on May 18, with Grant leading his Army of the Tennessee to decisive victory in the course of three weeks. The three corps Grant brought to battle were led by Generals John A. McClernand, William T. Sherman, and James McPherson, and their defeat of John C. Pemberton’s Confederate forces led to Union control of the Mississippi. With Vicksburg considered a key turning point in the war, this is an exceptional wartime letter penned as Grant anticipates his next tactical move. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA.
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