Lot 1085
Lee, Robert E., 15 x 21 vellum DS as Superintendent of West Point, June 17, 1853, diploma for Cadet William H. Lowe of Iowa, recommending him to the President for promotion to the infantry, dragoons or mounted riflemen. Signed by Lee as Captain, Corps of Engineers and Bvt. Colonel and also by notable U.S.M.A. professors Robert S. Garnett, killed in action while C.S.A. Brigadier General at Garrick's Ford, Va., July 13, 1861 (scarce signature), George H. Thomas, Union general, "The Rock of Chickamauga", George W. Cullum, Halleck's chief engineer and chief of staff, West Point Superintendent 1864-68, Dennis Hart Mahan, highly influential West Point instructor, helped organize Virginia Military Institute, and others. Cadet Lowe entered the dragoons and led 5th Iowa Cavalry, later a Bvt. Brigadier General U.S. Volunteers and U.S. Army. Nice steel engraved vignettes at borders. Folds, signatures slightly light. Handsomely triple matted and framed to 34 x 28.
Estimate 6,000 - 8,000
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| Realized $5,500 |
