Union general (1816-1870) whose most decisive victory earned him the sobriquet 'Rock of Chickamauga.' ALS signed “Geo. H. Thomas,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, Head-Quarters Military Division of the Tennessee letterhead, December 22, 1866. Letter to a colonel, in part: "I take great pleasure in sending you herewith a bronze copy of the medal presented by by the Legislature of Tenn. on the 15th inst. Twelve were struck off for presentation to the officers of my staff but I only received seven, therefore I shall have to confirm myself to those officers of my staff who were actually on the field with me on the 15th & 16th. Can you name them." Thomas goes on to discuss various matters including a trip and business dealings. In fine condition, with slight splitting along folds.
The Tennessee General Assembly recognized Thomas and the men under his command for 'his wise and spirited, and their brave and patriotic, conduct in the Battle of Nashville, in defense of the Capital of the State, in December 1864.' On the battle's second anniversary, the Assembly presented General Thomas with a commemorative gold medal, featuring his bust on the obverse and the Tennessee Capitol on the reverse, with the motto, 'I will hold the town till we starve.'
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