$5,629
Custer, George Armstrong (1839-1876), Autograph letter signed, General McClellan's Head Quarters, Friday October 3rd, 1862, four pages, to his cousin Augusta Frary, discussing the recent visit of President Lincoln, his feelings on the war and his desire to visit her, 8vo, (minor smudging and pinholes in the gutter, two chips to spine). Text in full: "Cousin, Your letter was received this morning and read with pleasure. I have been out riding all day. The President has paid us a visit and today accompanied by Gen. McClellan and staff , he reviewed that position of the army which is encamped in this vicinity that occupied nearly the entire day. Yesterday the same party visited the late battle ground. The President will probably return to Washington tomorrow. C. Jordon, a brother of William, visited me yesterday and remained till [ sic ] this morning. His visit to this army was for the purpose of seeing another brother who was wounded at the battle of South Mountain. He started today for Baltimore to see William He told me that he probably would return home by way of Niagara Falls. You ask me if I will not be glad when the last battle is fought. So far as my country is concerned I, of course must wish for peace and will be glad when the war is ended, but if I answer for myself alone . I must say that I shall regret to see the war end. I would be willing, yes glad, to see a battle every day during my life. Now do not misunderstand me. I only speak of my own interests and desi Read more…
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2009-11-15
