Taylor, Zachary (1784-1850) to unknown
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00693.02 Author/Creator: Taylor, Zachary (1784-1850) Place Written: Baton Rouge, Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 October 1848 Pagination: 1 p. ; 20 x 19 cm. Order a Copy
Replies very graciously to a request for an autograph. Addressee's name has been cut-out of page. Taylor signed as Major General, United States Army.
Taylor was a presidential nominee at the time.
Baton Rouge Louisiana
October 29th, 1848
Dear Sir,
Your esteemed letter of the 14th inst. reached me by due course of mail in which you say. "Having the names of many distinguished citizens of this our glorious country in my Cabinet will you [insert: do] me the honor to add yours to the number." Which request is complied with, with much pleasure.
For the high compliments intended me by placing my humble name among those of the distinguished men of our union in your Cabinet, accept my most cordial thanks, accompanied by my best wishes for you continued health & prosperity through a long life.
With considerations of
High Respect I have the
Honor to be Your Obt. Servt.
Z Taylor, Majr. Genl.
U.S. Army
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