Stanton, Edwin M. (Edwin McMasters), 1814-1869 to unknown

GLC03817.01

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GLC#
GLC03817.01
Type
Letters
Date
March 30, 1862
Author/Creator
Stanton, Edwin M. (Edwin McMasters), 1814-1869
Title
to unknown
Place Written
Washington, District of Columbia
Pagination
2 p. : docket ; Height: 25.2 cm, Width: 20 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

To an unnamed Union General hoping he improves from his wounds and stating his importance to the Union cause. Addressed simply to "Dear General," who was recently wounded while fighting Stonewall Jackson's forces. States that his recovery is essential to the Union's success in the war. Docket notes "A friendly letter."

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