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GEORGE G. MEADE

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GEORGE G. MEADE

<b>190. GEORGE G. MEADE</b>
<hr align=left size=5 width=33% color=#778899>(1815-1872). Union general, victor at Gettysburg as commander of the Potomac, a position he held throughout the rest of the war. ALS, 2pp, 8vo, Philadelphia, Jun 3, 1872. To C.A. King on Headquarters, Military Division of the Atlantic letterhead. In part, “[I] <i>Feel much complimented at my being remembered by the members of the gallant 157th regiment; but I regret exceedingly that my engagements and duties will not permit me to attend their re-union...convey my best wishes & thanks to your comrades, and my regrets that I cannot be with them</i>...” Boldly penned and signed, adding “<i>Maj Genl USA</i>.” Small tape stain affects three letters in text away from signature; o/w VG.

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