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Anderson prepares to leave “for the N. W. Frontier” with General Winfield Scott 513. Robert Anderson Autograph Letter Signed.
Scarce ALS, one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, August 13, 1841. Written below a manuscript copy of a notice from Assistant Adjutant General L. Thomas issuing Special Orders No. 57, a letter to Brigadier General Abraham Eustis, informing him that he will accompany General Scott to the North West Frontier and discussing his prospects for promotion, as well as matters relating to other officers. In part: “A note from Genl. Scott (late in the night of the 12th inst) states that Genl. Wool’s nomination would probably be acted on by the Senate on the 14th. The Genl. will probably pass E’town on Monday for the N. W. Frontier. I will, I think, accompany him. He has asked me to go with him, and, having finished my translation of the exercise of heavy guns & the mechanical maneuvers, I see no good reason why I may not go.” In fine condition, with light toning along intersecting folds. Starting Bid $200
West Point’s new superintendent seeks a lithographer
514. Robert E. Lee Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “R. E. Lee, Bt. Col. Supt. Mil. Acad’y,” one page both sides,
8 x 10, October 14, 1852. Addressed from West Point, a handwritten letter to Major William Fraser of the Corps of Engineers in New York, in part: “The term of Service of the person formerly employed as Lithographer has expired, & the Academy is now without one. I have thought you might aid in pursuing another. A man of Common aptitude, who can write a fair, plain round hand, can print, draw right lined drawings & occasionally copy topographical sketches, can fill the place. Among the young Germans & Prussians in New York are many of fair education, & qualified for the situation. A single man is preferred as he can sleep in a room adjoining the Lithographic office. Quarters for married men are difficult to be obtained.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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