Nov 30, 2006 - Sale 2095

Sale 2095 - Lot 34

Unsold
Estimate: $ 500 - $ 750
PORTER, FITZ JOHN. Autograph Letter Signed, to Major General John A. Dix, declining his offer of a Brigadier General's commission. 1 page, single 4to sheet, ruled paper; folds, small chip and edge tear, paper clip stain. Philadelphia, 27 May 1861
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"I present through you to the officers of the First Brigade, First Division, N.Y. Volunteers, my grateful acknowledgements for the high honor conferred and confidence reposed by electing me Brigadier General and my regrets that I cannot withdraw from my present less conspicuous position in our greatly reduced army, where my services are as urgently demanded by my country."