Scott, Winfield (1786-1866) to unknown
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01581 Author/Creator: Scott, Winfield (1786-1866) Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 7 February 1819 Pagination: 4 p. ; 26 x 21 cm. Order a Copy
Regarding his public quarrel with General Andrew Jackson. Feels that Jackson is trying to make him look bad in any way possible, but is not too concerned. Addressed to "Major," from whom he had received correspondence. Surname of recipient may be "Mercer," as Scott mentions that he looks forward to seeing the recipient and Mrs. Mercer.
Winfield Scott was made General-in-Chief of the army in 1841, was the hero of the Mexican war, and an unsuccessful presidential candidate in 1852. Earlier in life he had been a lieutenant colonel in the War of 1812.
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