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LAUMAN, JACOB G.

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LAUMAN, JACOB G.
<b>57. JACOB G. LAUMAN</b> (1813-1867) Union brigadier general who led forces at Ft. Donelson and Shiloh. Rare war-date A.L.S. "<i>J. G. Lauman Brig. Genl</i>", 1p. 4to., "<i>Head Quarters 1st Brig. 4th Div.</i>", Memphis, July 27, 1862 to future general Elliott W. Rice of the 7th Iowa. In part: "<i>...I have just rec'd a request from Adjutant Genl. Baker for a report of the doings of my (your) Regiment at Belmont to be included in his annual report...We arrived here a few days ago after an awful march through dust and heat, and we hope to remain here for several weeks. we would be delighted to see you with us...My kindest regards to your entire command..</i>." Near fine.<b> $400-600</b>