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INGALLS, RUFUS

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INGALLS, RUFUS
(1818 - 1893) Union brigadier general, Chief Quartermaster of the Army of the Potomac and under Grant he became Quartermaster General of all forces around Richmond. War-date A.L.S. 1p. 8vo., [n.p.], Oct. 7, 1861 to Lt. Henry L. Abbot, explaining that the bearer of the letter "…has an agreement to furnish fuel for the Army on this side of the river & the matter has received the approval of Genl. McClellan….Mr. Leach is to cut only in localities designated by the Officers of the Engr. Corps in charge of our works - Please therefore to point out where he may put on parties of Choppers I your vicinity…". Usual folds, two pinholes at left margin, otherwise very good.