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(CASEY, SILAS)

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(CASEY, SILAS)
(1807 - 1882) Union major general and author of infantry tactics widely used by both sides in the conflict. Interesting D.S. 1p. folio, Providence, RI, Mar. 24, 1867, a State of Rhode Island General Assembly Resolution of Thanks issued to Casey in recognition of: "…his bravery, skill and energy at the Battle of Fair Oaks, averting a great disaster from the Army of the Peninsula, and his valuable services…organizing and preparing recruits…and selecting officers for the command of colored regiments…" Signed at bottom by Secretary of State John R. bartlett. Mounted, lightly toned at margins, overall good to very good.