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Abner Doubleday Signed Book

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Abner Doubleday Signed Book
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First edition, first printing of ''Chancellorsville and Gettysburg,'' signed by Abner Doubleday as Captain, his rank when he fired the first Union shot from Fort Sumter. Signature reads, ''A. Doubleday / Capt 1st Arty / Commanding''. Published by Charles Scribner's Sons: New York: 1882. Book runs 243pp. and measures 5'' x 7.5'' with original blue cloth boards, embossed gilt title on front cover and gilt lettering on spine. Minor wear to spine, else very good condition with fine signature.