Union general (1824-1897) who commanded the Cavalry Corps of the Army of the Potomac during the Gettysburg Campaign, including the largest predominantly cavalry battle of the war, Brandy Station. In 1864 he defeated Confederate General Sterling Price in two key battles, effectively ending the war in Missouri. Partly-printed DS, signed “A. Pleasanton, 1st. Lt. 2nd Dragoons, Comd'g Co. 'K',” one page, 8 x 9.75, May 31, 1857. Document for a "Return of Forage for Fifty five Horses Twenty five Mules in the Service of Company 'K' 2nd Dragoons, for twenty days commencing the 12th and ending the 31st May 1857." Signed twice at the conclusion by Pleasonton. In fine condition, with lower receipt portion neatly reattached with tape on the reverse.
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