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GILLMORE, QUINCY ADAMS

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GILLMORE, QUINCY ADAMS
(1825 - 1888) Union major general and commander of the Department of the South, achieved the capture of Morris Island and the destruction of Fort Sumter. A.L.S. on letterhead of the United States Engineer Office, 1p. 4to., New York, Jan. 13, 1876, to Congressman Paul Tildin. In part: ""...Capt. Thos. Pickering of this city wishes to be appointed Harbor Master. I have known him quite well for several years. He is an able and experienced Seaman..."". Boldly signed adding rank ""Br. Maj. Genl"". Folds and a bit of toning to right margin, else very good.