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Lot #493
Philip H. Sheridan

"If he could be released on condition of taking the 'oath of allegiance'...it would be an act of charity to his suffering family"

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"If he could be released on condition of taking the 'oath of allegiance'...it would be an act of charity to his suffering family"

Civil War-dated LS signed “P. H. Sheridan,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, December 30, 1864. Letter to "Maj. Genl. E. A. Hitchcock, Commissioner for Exchange of Prisoners," in part: "I enclose you a letter from a 'prisoner of war,' now confined at Elmira N.Y. If he could be released on condition of taking the 'oath of allegiance'…it would be an act of charity to his suffering family." In fine condition, with intersecting folds.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #583 - Ended May 13, 2020





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