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PIERRE G. T. BEAUREGARD (1818-1893).

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PIERRE G. T. BEAUREGARD (1818-1893).
Call 503-496-0303 For Condition Reports Prior to Auction Day.
Confederate general who directed the first action of the Civil War, the bombardment of Ft. Sumter; second in command at First Bull Run and at Shiloh, assuming command when Johnston was killed. ALS "G.T. Beauregard," 1p, 5"x8", New Orleans, LA, Oct. 29, 1868. On New Orleans Jackson and Great Northern Railroad Company letterhead to Achille Vogue in London. In full: "My dear Sir, Your favor of the 3rd ulto. has just been received. I take pleasure in complying with your request. When in England in 1866, I received so many civilities from its inhabitants that I am but too happy to gratify the desire of one of them. With many wishes for the continued prosperity of your country. I remain Yours very truly..." Darkly penned with elaborate paraph. MWF525