Lot 4
Sheridan, Philip Henry, 1831-1888, Union general; deployed his Army of the Shenandoah across Confederate line of retreat from Appomattox forcing Lee’s surrender
A.L.S., signed Phil. H. Sheridan, two pages, 8vo., Head Q[uarte]rs, M[iddle] M[ilitary] Di[vision], Winchester, January 18, 1865. As Major General, to Colonel O[liver] Edwards, hero of Spotsylvania.
Letter of thanks and appreciation to Edwards for his "faithful support and your ability and zeal in the discharge of your important duties since you came under my command in the Shenandoah Valley. I am particularly indebted to your for your gallant conduct on the 19th of September [at Harris Farm], which contributed so much to make the victory decisive. I regret parting with you and hope that we may again serve together and be in when the last crushing blow is given to treason."
Very Fine and rare war-dated Sheridan letter. Complete transcription available on request.
Estimate 4,000 - 6,000
Sheridan had offered Edwards the post of provost marshal general of the Middle Military Divisions, but he declined it, preferring instead to remain in the field.
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