Civil War-dated ALS from a Union soldier in John Sedgwick’s VI Corps, one page, both sides, 8 x 10, April 24, 1864. Addressed from “Head Quarters, 2nd Brigade,” a handwritten letter from “Will” to his father, written mere days before the start of General Grant’s Overland Campaign, in part: “Just thirty four months ago I left you in P. one bright June Morning, taking my life in my hand and with many a God blessing On my head, went forth to contribute my mite in defense of our Country…gigantic preparations are being put forth to move strong when the time comes. Today though the Sabbath there is bustle & activity manifest in every department…Last Tuesday Lieut. Gen. Grant accompanied by Gen. Meade & all the Corps commanders of this army, reviewed our Corps commanded by Maj. Gen. John Sedgwick. The weather was all one could wish. The corps marched in review in columns by divisions, the first (ours) taking the lead, and the others following…During the progress of the review, which occupied two hours, the Gen. [Grant] made frequent remarks expressive of his satisfaction with the men, their soldierly bearing and apparent good discipline.” In fine condition, with light toning along the folds.
