Lot 3215
Soldier's Letter, 7-page letter, first page on a Patriotic lettersheet showing Lincoln and McClellan reviewing troops; writer, from Albany Co., N.Y.State Vols; letter datelined Fort Gaines, Sept 30th 1862, in part "It is the common talk of our generals that the war will be over by 1st January…we captured some rebs who was nearly out of clothing and provisions where we have plenty…" Includes the original cover, a "Girl I Left Behind Me" Patriotic mailed at Wilmington, N.C. on Oct 1; letter with a few archival repairs, otherwise Very Fine, cover somewhat faulty with tape stains in corners.
Estimate $200 - 300
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| Realized $170 |
