Lot 157
Schofield, J.M (1831-1906) Union general. Autograph Letter Signed as Maj. Gen. and Commander in Chief of the Army, on "Headquarters of the Army" letterhead, one page, 8 x 5 3/4" Washington, Oct. 11, 1888. To an unnamed correspondent, sending him "the Posters of the three Divisions, giving the stations of all the segments of the Army [not present]." Boldly penned and signed. Affixed at left edge to a larger sheet. With a steel engraving. Schofield was breveted Maj. Gen. for Franklin and given the Medal of Honor for Wilson's Creek. He served as superintendent of West Point after the war and was president of the board that reviewed the Fitz-John Porter case. He served as Commander in Chief of the Army from 1888 to 1895. Affixed at left edge to a 14¼ x 10½" sheet.
Estimated Value $100 - 150.
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