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BIRNEY, DAVID BELL

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BIRNEY, DAVID BELL
<b>549. DAVID BELL BIRNEY </b>(1825 - 1864) Union major general who replaced Phil Kearny, he fought at Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg. In October 1864, Birney succumbed to malaria, dying at his home. Rare war-date A.E.S. 1p. 12mo., in full: "<i>Hd. Qrs. 1st Div. 3rd Corps May 15, 1863 The promotion of Lieut. Briscoe is a deserved one & I trust will be immediately made. D. B. Birney Brig. Genl. Comdg. Div.</i>". Fine condition. Lt. James C. Briscoe received his promotion, served on Birney's staff, and was breveted brigadier general for gallantry at Fort Gregg.<b>$250-350</b>