1855 James Samuel Wadsworth autograph letter civil war general KIA [FP.311]

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1855 letter written and signed by James Samuel Wadsworth (1807-1864), a wealthy New York landowner who became a brigadier general in the civil war, including significant combat at Gettysburg.  Wadsworth was shot in the head and captured at the wilderness; he died in a confederate field hospital.  Letter appears to deal with business matters.
This material comes from the Civil War autograph, manuscript and document collection formed by Frederick Peck and is guaranteed original and genuine.  Bid with confidence as I will stand 100% behind each item.
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