April 12, 2024
Alexander R. Lawton - CSA Brigadier General - Autograph signed endorsement
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ALEXANDER R. LAWTON (1818 - 1896) Confederate brigadier general who led with distinction at Cedar Mountain, Second Bull Run, and Antietam, where he was severely wounded. War-date signed endorsement on the verso of a letter to him on very rare Chief Quartermaster General, Ewell's (changed to read "Early's") Division letterhead, 1p. 4to., Mar. 1, 1864, in which Capt. C. S. Hart asks if his nomination as major quartermaster has been approved and if so, he asks that his commission be forwarded. He adds: "...It is very important that I give my bond before active operations commence...". On verso Lawton boldly signs an endorsement referring the request to Adjutant and Inspector General, Lt. Col. EDWARD A. PALFREY who in turns pens a lengthy A.E.S. advising that Gen. Robert E. Lee advises that division quartermasters are not allowed any law, hence the request is denied. Very good. Offered by Alexander Historical Auctions LLC (see Alexander Autographs, Inc.), now located in historic Chesapeake, Maryland, prominent auctioneers of militaria from all periods and historic letters, manuscripts, documents and relics. Over the past 25 years, we've sold 40,000+ items to collectors and institutions worldwide. Fully guaranteed AUTHENTIC for the life of the original buyer - may be returned within 24 hours if condition is not as described. Member
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