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31st Texas Cavalry 60+ Letter Lot — Content From the Battles of Stirling’s Plantation, Mansura, Vidalia, Harrisonburg, Fort DeRussy & Bayou de Glaise
Excerpts include “…it was the intention for our forces to go on & conceal ourselves until they were attacked…we went on & found them camped in some negro quarters…There were about 22 killed & about one hundred wounded…We had to charge through open ground on the negro houses…” & “…the grape & shell fell thick around us…the enemy rolled in to the river so we had to fight them here with field artillery & small arms. They shelled us for about three hours during that time we fought them as we could get position…We had three men killed & some fifteen wounded several of them having died since & 3 or 4 houses burned…” & “…our Division was let out on the prairie in time of battle to support the batteries which then were pouring it into them in a line of a mile in length & them at us. They continued the fight with Artillery for three hours until their infantry began to advance on us…they out numbered us largely…Our men held the battle grounds & buried their dead but they had the best of the fight…” Sold for $27,500.
Tense and interesting archive of over 50 Civil War letters, the vast majority written by Jacob ”Jake” David Minton of the 67th Ohio Infantry, Co. H, a sergeant who died from wounds incurred during the Second Battle of Fort Wagner. In addition to Minton’s letters, five additional letters from other soldiers are included, all of whom write Minton’s family concerning his wound, decline and eventual death. Sold for $18,750.
Thomas Stonewall’ Jackson autograph letter signed ”T.J. Jackson”, datelined 2 March 1863 from Caroline County, Virginia where the General kept his winter headquarters at Moss Neck Manor. Two months after this letter was written, Jackson was accidentally shot late at night during the Battle of Chancellorsville, reportedly mistaken by North Carolina 18th Infantrymen for Union cavalry soldiers. Letter is addressed to his former sister-in-law, Margaret Junkin Preston, an author and poet. His first wife, Ellie Junkin, had died nine years prior to this letter from complications during childbirth. Letter is personal with religious undertones, as Jackson was a devout Presbyterian, discussing his deceased wife, as well as the birth of his new daughter from second wife, Mary Anna Morrison. Reads in full: ”My Dear Maggie, Your very welcome letter with that for Julia has been received. I will give special attention to seeing that hers is forwarded. The aging of our dear Ellie, no mortal can estimate: but of one thing we are assured – she is one of the happy throng of the redeemed, which I hope that you and I will at God’s own time be privileged to join. What a blessed thought! To be with the just made perfect, where there are songs of everlasting rejoicing. To be with the celestial host, to ever dwell in the presence of God, where no sin can enter, where only happiness exists. To be like unto the glorified Redeemer. To love what eye hath not seen nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man to conceive. When we think upon these things truly the cup of blessedness runs over. I am much obliged to you for your congratulations. Anna writes very cheering accounts of the little darling. Your affectionate brother…” 2pp. letter measures 5” x 7.75” on a single sheet of ruled stationery, with an uneven left edge, some show-through of ink and very slight smudge to Jackson’s signature. Also includes a portrait postcard of Jackson measuring 4” x 6” by William Garl Brown for framing. Very good to near fine condition. Sold for $14,351.
1st U.S. Chasseurs Soldier Documents Relentless Fighting From 1861-1864 in 4 Diaries — He Writes About Gettysburg & Also the Battles of Lewinsville, Williamsburg, Fair Oaks, Seven Days, Harper’s Ferry, Rappahannock Station, Mine Run, Cold Harbor, First & Second Fredericksburg, and Siege of Petersburg — “…There is a battle going on near Gettesburg…The battle is rageing. Prisoners come in by the hundreds…” — Plus NYC Draft Riots, Being Hunted by Mosby’s Cavalry, Colored Troops Taking Revenge for Fort Pillow, & the Confederate “black flag which is spare none”
Excellent set of four diaries by Addison S. Bean of the 1st U.S. Chasseurs, or the 65th New York Infantry, who writes vividly during his three years of service about the regiment’s numerous battles: Gettysburg, Lewinsville, Williamsburg, Fair Oaks, Seven Days, Harper’s Ferry, Rappahannock Station, Mine Run, Cold Harbor, First & Second Fredericksburg, and the Siege of Petersburg. Bean also describes being the target of Mosby’s Cavalry and the infamous “take no prisoners” Confederate “black flag”, the use of which has disputed by historians. In addition to the four diaries, lot also includes several of Bean’s pension records as well as a 23 July 1862 letter by James C. Bean of the 194th New York Infantry during James Bean’s Civil War service.
Diaries are in mostly very good condition, with some haloing to the 1863 diary, not greatly affecting legibility. The 1861 and 1864 diaries are in leather journals, with the others recorded in leather diaries for the years. Complete with Bean’s pension records and the letter from Bean’s relative also serving. Lengthy transcriptions of all diaries is also included. A unique and battle-heavy group of diaries covering the entire 3-year span of a Chasseurs service. Sold for $14,000.
Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston autograph letter signed ”J.E. Johnston”, dated 16 May 1865 from Charlotte, North Carolina, written soon after being released on parole by the Union Army. Also with three endorsements signed by Ulysses S. Grant, Secretary of War Edwin Stanton and General John Schofield. Letter is addressed to General Schofield, just two weeks after Johnston surrendered his Army of Tennessee and still active rebel troops. After both parties agreed to military surrender, Johnston and Schofield negotiated supplementary terms, including his soldiers’ release, and here asks permission to travel to Canada. Reads in part: ”…As soon as the terms of ‘the convention’ are executed in Georgia & Florida, I wish to go to St. Catherine’s Springs, Canada. Will you be so kind as to inform me if I will be permitted to travel directly from Virginia to that point? Most respectfully / Your obt sevt / J.E. Johnston”. General Schofield endorses the letter on 16 May, the same day, ”Respectfully refered [sic] to Lt. Gen. Grant. J M Schofield Maj Genl.” Grant then endorses the letter on 22 May: ”I am very much in favor of granting Gen. Johnston’s request and if authorized will telegraph the authority at once. U. S. Grant Lt. Gen.” Lastly, Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton seeks approval from President Johnson: ”Submitted to the President who directs that the permission asked by General Johnson [sic] be granted with the condition that he does not return to the United States without leave of the President. Edwin M Stanton Sec of War.” Letter on one page measures 8” x 6.25”, matted with a portrait of Johnston to an overall size of 12.5” x 18.25”. Light toning and folds throughout; very good to near fine. A U.S. Grant autograph is rare dated during the Civil War or directly relates to the Civil War as this one does. Sold for $12,500.
Civil War-dated handwritten letter serving as an official notice of General Lee’s resignation, and ultimately the end of the war, dated 9 April 1865. Sent by telegraph from the ”Head Quarters Armies of the U.S.”, letter is addressed to Confederate General Cadmus Wilcox from Confederate General William Loring and is signed by an aide to Loring. Letter reads in full: ”Genl. Willcox — The following received Head Quarters Armies U.S. Appomattox C.H. April 9th, 1865 — Genl Lee this afternoon surrendered his entire army to Lieut. Genl. Grant; officers and privates to retain private horses, arms and baggage; officers and men to be permitted to return to their homes, but not be disturbed by the U.S. authorities as long as they observe the laws where they reside; all public property to be turned over to Ordinance and Quartermasters Departments. Remnant of Lee’s Army surrendered is about 30,000. – April 10, surrender is complete this morning; munitions of war turned over to the U.S. and Genl. Grant leaves for City Point at eleven o’clk this morning. The Army of Northern Virginia is no more!!! (sgd) Schemerhorn”. Card-style 2pp. letter has handwriting on pages 1 and 3. Some toning, foxing and two 1” tears along a horizontal fold. Very good condition overall. Scarce. Sold for $10,780.
General William Sherman autograph letter signed: ”W.T. Sherman / M.G.” on Military Division of the Mississippi Headquarters stationery. In a letter datelined ”In the Field, 4 miles S of Hickory Hill, 1 February 1865”, the infamous Civil War figure writes to General John Gray Foster: ”…I cannot modify my orders relative to General Saxton having the charge of recruiting blacks…I think the impression at Washington is that both you and I are inimical to the policy of arming negroes, and all know that Saxton is not, and his appointment reconciles that difficulty. If anything serious occurs correspond directly with Mr. Stanton…Let Grant know I am in motion, and telegraph to Easton that if Slocum has to wait for provisions it will be dead loss [sic], as we are eating up ours. Let Hatch continually feel the Salkehatchie, and the moment the enemy lets go, get the railroad broken back to the Edisto…” By this time in the war, approximately 10% of Union regiments were composed of black soldiers, and public opinion, including that held by officers and soldiers, had accepted the concept of arming former slaves in the war effort. This letter clearly shows that General Sherman was one of the remaining hold-outs in his opposition. Written in pencil, single page measures 7.75″ x 9.75″. Near fine. Sold for $9,582.
Abraham Lincoln military commission signed as President during the Civil War, appointing a Second Lieutenant on 1 August 1864. Lincoln elegantly signs with his full signature ”Abraham Lincoln” at lower right, countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. Vellum document measures 15.75” x 19”, with intact green paper seal and military vignettes. Framed to 23.75” x 28.25”. Some shadowing of seal from folding and light discoloration, overall in very good plus condition with an unusually bold signature by Lincoln. Sold for $9,375.
Rare George A. Custer Autograph Letter Signed as Lt. Colonel of the 7th Cavalry — “…some of the company officers appear on parade wearing ‘government pants!’…”
Very rare autograph letter signed by George Armstrong Custer as Lt. Colonel of the 7th Cavalry, regarding the effect of uniforms on troop morale and discipline. From Fort Leavenworth, Kansas on 24 January 1870, Custer writes to Lieutenant Moylan, in full, ”I would respectfully state for the information of the Brevet Major General Comdg the regiment that some of the company officers appear on parade wearing ‘government pants!’ As all officers are expected to appear on parade in full uniform and as the dress hat and epaulettes are not in keeping with the pants intended for the enlisted men (when worn by an officer) I would recommend that uniformity in dress be required in officers appearing at dress parades or inspections. I have seen fit to call the attention of the regimental commander to the above fact believing it had not come under his notice heretofore. And would respectfully ask to be informed whether it is expected by him that I will, in future, report or take other action on any similar irregularities which may come under my observation when upon duty. / Yours &c. / GA Custer / Lt Col 7th Cav / Br Maj Gnl / USA”. Sold for 8,125.
General Robert E. Lee Letter Signed Regarding Troop Replenishment After the Battle of Chancellorsville — Dated 9 May 1863 After Lee Made the Audacious Decision to Split His Army & Bluff the Union
General Robert E. Lee letter signed, composed a week after Lee executed his “perfect battle” plan at Chancellorsville. In the face of overwhelming Union forces, Lee made the bold decision on 1 May 1863 to split his army, pitting a small force to defend Fredericksburg against the advance of Union General John Sedgwick, and using the remainder of his army to attack Union General Joseph Hooker’s forces. The strategy was so effective that Lee divided his army a second time on 2 May, allowing General Stonewall Jackson to rout the Union’s XI Corps, and causing Hooker to hesitate before ultimately withdrawing his forces. Indeed, the battle was so perfectly executed that many believe it led to Lee’s hubristic decision to pursue the Union army north, leading to the Battle of Gettysburg, which completely altered the course of the Civil War. Sold for $7,873.
Scarce General George A. Custer Carte de Visite Photo Signed
Very rare General George Custer carte de visite signed, circa 1866 during the Indian Wars west of the Mississippi, as photo depicts Custer posing seated in his uniform with his two star Major General insignias on his shoulders. CDV is signed clearly “G A Custer B Major Gen” on verso with a “[Mathew] Brady’s National Photographic Portrait Galleries Broadway & Tenth Street New York No. 352 Pennsylvania Av. Washington D.C.” backstamping. Also includes “Brady / Washington” printed along bottom of photo. Photo measures 2.5″ x 4″ and has been archivally repaired, with slight haloing effect around some of the backstamping and some letters of signature. Very good condition. Sold for $7,200.
Set of 3 Engaging Diaries by a Cavalryman in the 4th Iowa Volunteers — “…The charge commenced and the woods rang again from the noise made by our brig yelling lustily…found the rebs, thick, and greatly surprised at our order for them to surrender. Some of them had to be shot first…”
Set of three diaries by 4th Iowa Cavalry Sergeant Benjamin Harrington, whose dry and humorous personality infuses the pages throughout. Diaries cover the periods of August 1862 to the end of 1863, and then from March 1865 through the end of 1865, with near-constant battle content from both the Vicksburg Campaign and Wilson’s Raid, where the regiment acted as both advance and rear guard for the whole army, and at times the only cavalry regiment. Interspersed with battle content are enjoyable observations during the war, such as a soldier finding a rebel hiding underneath his bed.
In addition to the three Civil War diaries, lot also include a fourth diary that has a few Civil War dated passages but then segues into an expense and doodle book. Leather-bound journal-style diaries are composed almost entirely in pen with legible handwriting, measuring 3.875″ x 5.75″, 3″ x 4.75″ and 4 x 6.5″. An exceptional collection of a disciplined and earnest young soldier, with near full transcriptions. Sold for $7,000.
Exceedingly Rare George Custer Check Signed — Dated 1872
George Custer autograph on a check from 1872. Partially printed Planters National Bank check is signed ”GA Custer” and made out in his hand to ”First National Bank Nashville Tenn” in the amount of ”Three hundred & sixty five” dollars. Check is printed with a location of Louisville, KY, and the date is filled in as 4 October 1872. A George Washington Internal Revenue stamp is affixed to the lower left. Endorsed ”W.C. Butterfield / Pr T Cooley” to verso by the cashier and assistant cashier of the First National Bank of Nashville. Measures 7” x 2.75”. Near fine. Dark George Custer autograph. Sold for $6,691.
Diary, Tintype & Letter Lot by Soldier in the 7th ME Infantry — With Battle Content From Cold Harbor, the Wilderness, Spotsylvania Court House, Petersburg, Fort Stevens & Winchester — “…The foe charged our lines…The slaughter was terrible…” & “…Stood up in open field within 12 rods of Reb breastworks & fought till they fired some 300 rounds a piece. They piled the Rebs up 5 deep in their trench…” & “…My capt was killed & we lost near 1/3 of our men in less than 1 hour…” & “…Terrible fighting. The enemy was routed with great slaughter…It has been a splendid day…”
Excellent lot of 13 letters, an 1864 diary and a tintype of Andrew J. Voter of the 7th Maine Infantry, Co. G, and also of the 1st Veteran Infantry, Co. G, where he fought almost continually during his 22 month service. Voter personally fought at Cold Harbor, the Wilderness, Spotsylvania Court House, Petersburg, Fort Stevens & Winchester, all of which he writes about in detail here.
Lot also includes an 1861 diary by Voter, before he enlisted, as well as a copy of the book “The Voter Family in America”. A superb lot in very good condition, and with envelopes for all but one of the letters. Also accompanied by partial transcriptions. Sold for $6,000.
Pair of Diaries by 42nd Ohio Infantryman With Extensive Vicksburg & Mobile Campaign Content — Firsthand Descriptions of the Battles of Chickasaw Bayou, Arkansas Post, Port Gibson, Raymond, Champion Hill, Big Black River Bridge, 1st and 2nd Vicksburg Assaults, Siege & Taking of Vicksburg, The Jackson Expedition, Spanish Fort, Fort Blakely & Mobile Campaign
Pair of diaries from 1863 and 1865 by Harrison S. Sours of the 42nd (Co. B), and 96th (Co. E), Ohio Infantries, with a dizzying amount of battle content, especially in the 1863 diary. Sours acted as Orderly in the 42nd Ohio, with his diaries reflecting a disciplined, no-nonsense soldier reporting on battles, troop movements, picket duty, marches, etc.
An impressive set of diaries by a soldier with a strong sense of duty and discipline, with entries recorded in both pencil and ink, nearly every day completed. Each diary measures approximately 3″ x 5″, bound in leather with a flap reading “Diary 1863” and “Diary 1865” in gilt. Very good condition, with full transcriptions included. Sold for $5,182.
Two Civil War Diaries by a 35th Iowa Surgeon With Lengthy Battle Content Including Vicksburg and the Red River Campaign — Also Includes His CDV, Letter to His Wife & His Military Appointments — “…charged on their works but could not take them. We sustained a heavy loss in killed & wounded…We are throwing shell into their Entrenchments & trying to stave down some of their fortifications. Sharp shooters are continually shooting…”
Nice lot of Civil War items belonging to Stephen M. Cobb, a surgeon in the 35th Iowa Infantry, with battle content from Vicksburg, Jackson, Pleasant Hill, Nashville, Tupelo, and numerous smaller battles and skirmishes. Lot includes two diaries from 1863-1865, a CDV of Cobb, a letter to his wife, and two of his military appointments. The first diary begins in March 1863, where Cobb describes traveling south to Vicksburg, on orders of General Grant: “Monday [March] 19th…a Band of Guerillas rushed forward and fired into the Boat. Killed one woman…Friday morn…Oh the horrors of War…” On 14 May he reports on the Battle of Jackson, Mississippi, “Took up line of March at 5 o clock AM…we marched very rapidly thru the mud–came in contact with the Enemy about noon. Drove them out very soon & marched into Jackson Miss. Had about 20 wounded in our Division-one in Co. G. Biers. Amputated femur. Friday the 15 The Brigade was ordered out on the Ohio & Mobile R.Road to destroy it. Destroyed some 2 miles another Brigade went out on the R.R. that lead to Vicksburg & destroyed in the same manner. Jackson is a beautiful place…Genl Sherman & Grant are with us at present. Saturday the 16 – Left Jackson about 11 o clock A.M. after setting on fire several important buildings. One the Confederate Hotel Penitentiary &c…” Sold for $5,000.
Custer Signed War Document
General George Armstrong Custer signed war endorsement dated 25 November 1864. Custer signs “G. A. Custer” forwarding his approval and recommendation from the Headquarters 3rd Cavalry Division. Document measures 3.25″ x 2.5″. Near fine condition. Sold for $4,759.
Large Jefferson Davis Signed Photo Display in Original 18″ x 21.5″ Gilt-Etched Frame
Jefferson Davis photo display signed. Full-length portrait of Davis bears his autograph inscription to the photographer Bendann Brothers’ border, upon which photo is mounted. Dedication to his nephew Maunsell White of Deer Range, Louisiana reads, “Affectionately your friend / and uncle / Jefferson Davis”. Other notations by unknown hands are present at the lower left and top center. Framed in its original antique wooden frame with gilt decoration to an overall size of 18″ x 21.5″. Toning and fading to image, else near fine. Sold for $4,382.
Robert E. Lee Early War-Dated Document Signed as Commanding General — Regarding Mail for Confederate Troops & “Felling of Trees” Just After Lee’s First Battle of Cheat Mountain
Commander-in-Chief of Confederate Armies, Robert E. Lee autograph document, dated early in the Civil War on 3 October 1861. Issued during Lee’s West Virginia campaign, location is noted as “Headquarters Camp on Sewell Mt.”, where Lee encamped after Cheat Mountain. Document gives “Special Orders” to General John B. Floyd that “The mail will be forwarded…letters of each regiment will be deposited with the regimental quartermaster who will cause them to be delivered…mail bags will be in charge of the quartermaster…felling of trees within the vicinity of the camp, except for firewood or other necessary purposes is strictly prohibited. Commanding officers will give special attention to this subject…” The Battle of Cheat Mountain, fought in mid-September 1861, was the first battle in which General Lee led troops. Document measures 7″ x 9.25″ on one page, with staining to upper left edge from mounting residue on verso. Very good condition. Sold for $3,896.
Diary by a Congressional Medal of Honor Winner in the 24th New York Cavalry — Petersburg & Spotsylvania C.H. Content — “…Made a charge on the Rebs – got wounded in the leg crawled off the field then was carried off to the Division Hospital…” & “…went on the Old Battle ground found men un Buried & Skeletons all around…”
1864 Civil War diary by Samuel P. Kenyon of the 24th New York Cavalry, Co. I. Kenyon was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for capturing a Rebel battle flag at the Battle of Sailor’s Creek on 6 April 1865. Beginning in early 1864 and extending until August of that year, after which entries are more sporadic, diary covers the 24th’s fighting at Spotsylvania Court House and Petersburg, where Kenyon was WIA. Diary is in very good condition with detailed entries, and a full transcription. Sold for $3,500.
George Custer Envelope Made Out in Full in His Hand to his Wife — ”Mrs. Genl GA Custer”
George Custer signed envelope, made out in Custer’s hand to his wife ”Mrs. Genl GA Custer”. George Custer married Elizabeth ”Libby” Clift Bacon in 1864 after overcoming her family’s initial disapproval. Envelope is addressed to Libby at Gross Isle, Michigan, with ”Monroe” crossed-out; Custer also addresses the envelope to the care of someone else. 3-cent stamp remains affixed. Expected toning and tear to top edge, but handwriting is unaffected. Overall very good condition with large, bold and clear writing. Sold for $2,500.
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