RR Auction's March Rare Manuscript, Document and Autograph Auction

Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Farragut in uniform by Leon Bravy of Mahon, Spain, inscribed on the reverse in black ink and signed, “D.

Signed book: Thunder Below! Urbana and Chicago: University of Illinois Press, 1992. Hardcover with dust jacket, 7.5 x 10.25, 444 pages. Signed with a

Confederate military officer and politician (1818–1902) who replaced J. E. B. Stuart as Lee’s Chief of Cavalry following Stuart’s death on the battlef

Major General in the Continental Army (1742–1786). He entered the army as a private and rose to become one of Washington’s most able and dependable ge

Union officer who served in a number of important administrative positions during the Civil War (1823–1876). Uncommon partly-printed DS, signed “Jas.

Pilot on plane 2 during the Doolittle Raid (1917–2004). ALS signed “Travis Hoover, Col. USAF Ret.,” one page, 8.5 x 11, October 20, 1994. Letter to an

Revolutionary War general and, later, treasurer of Connecticut (1743–1818). Manuscript DS, signed “Jedediah Huntington, Esq. Treasurer,” one page, 7.2

US naval officer (1811–1893) who served as as chief of the Bureau of Navigation and as president of the United States Naval Institute. Printed circula

Confederate general (1807–1891) who, when Virginia seceded from the Union in 1861, resigned his commission as a brigadier general in the regular army—

Scarce original 5 x 7 (oval) albumen portrait on a 6.75 x 8.75 mount, the full-length image, originally taken by Julian Vannerson in 1864, depicting L

Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Boude and Miley of Lexington, Virginia, signed below the image in black ink, “R. E. Lee.” Matted and framed

TLS, one page, 7.75 x 10.25, February 15, 1956. Brief letter of thanks for birthday wishes. In full: “Thank you for your birthday greeting. I apprecia

Vintage matte-finish 10.75 x 13.75 photo by Waltz of Washington, D. C., signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen “To John Snyder, with

TLS signed “G. C. Marshall,” one page, 6.5 x 8.5, American National Red Cross, National Headquarters letterhead, January 7, 1950. Letter to Secretary

Naval officer and oceanographer (1806–1873) who published the first textbook of modern oceanography. LS signed “M. F. Maury,” one page both sides, lig

Union general (1815–1872) best known for leading his troops to a commanding victory over Lee’s Confederates at Gettysburg in one of the pivotal battle

Union general (1815–1872) best known for leading his troops to a commanding victory over Lee’s Confederates at Gettysburg in one of the pivotal battle

Two items: one 3.75 x 5 matte-finish portrait of Nimitz, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “C. W. Nimitz, Fleet Admiral”; and one TLS signed

Fabled Confederate ranger (1833–1916) whose guerrilla band specialized in attacking and disrupting Union supply lines. He earned the nickname ‘The Gra

ALS, one page both sides, 6.5 x 8, Headquarters British Army of the Rhine letterhead, September 5, 1946. Letter to “My dear Simbo,” attempting to resc

Vintage matte-finish 6.5 x 4.75 photo of Nimitz signing the Japanese surrender aboard the USS Missouri, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fo

Gallant vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5 portrait of Nimitz affixed to a 7.5 x 9.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, “To my trusty

Soldier, senator, and the fifth governor of New Jersey (1756–1839). Handwritten endorsement, “Approved, Aa. Ogden, DQMG,” at the bottom of a manuscrip

ALS signed “M. C. Perry,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.25, March 22, 1849. Letter to his nephew, James DeWolf Perry. In part: “I returned last Evenin

American naval officer (1780–1843) who led the first capture of a British vessel during the War of 1812 and who later served as commander-in-chief of

Admiral (1813–1891) who helped improve the Navy as the Superintendent of the US Naval Academy after significant service in the American Civil War. ALS

Delegate to the Confederate Provisional Congress and CSA colonel of the First North Carolina Cavalry who was mortally wounded in combat (1820–1863). I

TLS, one page, 7 x 9.25, Eastern Air Lines letterhead, August 20, 1963. Letter to Nathaniel Adamson, a member of the John Birch Society’s National Cou

Union general (1831–1888) whose cavalry command blocked Lee’s escape at Appomattox. ALS signed “P. H. Sheridan,” one page both sides, 5 x 7, August 2,

Ink signature, “W. T. Sherman, Lt. Genl.,” on an off-white 3.5 x 6.75 sheet. Also signed by a slew of members of his staff: William Augustus Nichols,

Ink signature, “I am as ever your friend, W. T. Sherman, General,” on an off-white 4.75 x 2 slip clipped from the conclusion of a letter. Affixed with

One of Sherman’s engraved visiting cards, with his name and St. Louis address on the front, signed on the reverse in black ink, “W. T. Sherman, Genera

War-dated ADS, signed “W. T. Sherman, Maj Genl Cmdg,” one page, 7.25 x 9.25, April 19, 1865. Pass issued to two officers, including one Confederate. I

Riggs and Co. bank check, 7.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Sherman, “W. T. Sherman,” payable to V. G. Fischer for $4.16, July 26, 1882. Triple-ma

Confederate general and accused spy (1801–1870) who was captured by Federal troops in 1861. Scarce franking signature, “Free Pierre Soule,” on an off-

ALS signed “W. T. Sherman, General,” three pages on two lightly-lined adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, Headquarters Army of the United States letterhead, Janu

Son of Daniel Webster who served as a Union colonel during the Civil War and was killed in action at the Second Battle of Bull Run (1818–1862). Uncomm

Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne, Vicomte de Turenne (1611–1675) was the most famous French military leader during the early reign of Louis XIV, who ...

ALS, one page, 6 x 7.5, April 5, 1886. Letter to an unidentified recipient. In full: “Yours just in. Glad to hear of your success. This as much on you

ALS signed “Wellington,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, London, February 3, 1851. Letter in his difficult to decipher hand mentioning Hyde Park. In fin

ALS, one page both sides, 8.25 x 11, McClean Arms and Ordnance letterhead, February 24, 1905. Letter to his wife. In part: “I enclose a bill together

ALS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, The American Club, City of Mexico letterhead, January 14, 1905. Letter to his daughter. In part: “I have just been to call u

Japanese leader of a dive-bomber squadron at Pearl Harbor. Uncommon glossy 6 x 4 photo of Abe in front of his plane, signed in blue felt tip. In very

Thirteen items: a printed poem entitled ‘American Fighter Ace’ by Frank Kibbe, signed in pencil by James Kasler, Boots Blesse, Frank Klibbe, Steve Pis

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of the mushroom cloud over Hiroshima, signed in blue and black felt tip by Paul Tibbets, Charles W. Sweeney, and George Marquardt,

Fifteen items, consisting of photos, souvenir typescripts, letters, checks, and cards, all signed by people associated with the atomic bomb. Signers a

Color glossy 14 x 11 photo of a plane soaring over the Statue of Liberty, signed in blue felt tip by Buck Compton, Ed Mauser, Earl McClung, and Paul R

Five glossy photos, 4 x 6 and 6 x 4, each signed in ink or felt tip by the Battle of Okinawa participant pictured. Signers are: Charles ‘Red’ Womack,

Five glossy photos, 6 x 4 and 4 x 6, each signed in felt tip or ballpoint by a Battle of the Bulge participant. Signers are: Grady Boykin, Carroll Pet

Controversial French military officer who fought in World War II, Indochina, and Algeria (1916–2010). Ballpoint signature on a white 3 x 1 slip. Matte

Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo, signed in blue and black felt tip by Edward Harper, Glenn Bowers, James Hill, Fred Losch, and Tom Emrich. In fine condition

Two photos: glossy 14 x 11 photo of the Japanese surrender on the Missouri, signed in blue felt tip by Bruce Matheson, Henry Bourgeois, R. W. McClurg,

Color limited edition 19.5 x 17.5 print entitled ‘Secret Operation,’ numbered 59/700, signed in pencil by Vice Admiral Michael Lumby, Commander Edward

Governmental official from the Dominican Republic. LS signed “J. Caminero,” one page, 8 x 12.5, official letterhead, no date. Letter to President U. S

Two items: wartime TLS, one page, 7 x 8.75, February 17, 1944. Letter to a woman informing her that her husband has been killed. In part: “Your husban

Ballpoint signature, “From Dr. Joe Medicine Crow, Lodge Grass, MT, July 23, 2011,” on a white 3.75 x 1.25 slip. Matted with a photo of Crow to an over

Five glossy photos, two color, 4 x 6 and 6 x 4, each signed in felt tip or ballpoint by a participant in the D-Day invasion. Signers are: George Golds

Piper of the 1st Special Service Commando Brigade (1922–2010). As he landed on the Normandy Beaches, he upheld his role, playing the brigade ashore wi

Matte-finish 8 x 9.75 head-and-shoulders photo of Doolittle in uniform, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Anne Krafthofer: with every good wi

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of the launch of the Raiders, signed in black felt tip by Richard E. Cole, Thomas C. Griffin, Edward Joseph Saylor, David Thatcher

Highly decorated Marine fighter ace (1915–2008) credited with five kills. Color glossy 8 x 10 official Department of Defense photo of Elwood in his dr

Color satin-finish 19.25 x 15.5 high quality photo poster for the 1999 Saint Paul Aviation Expo, signed in black felt tip by Dutch Van Kirk, Paul Tibb

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of the crew posing in front of the Enola Gay, signed in felt tip and ink by Paul Tibbets, Tom Ferebee, Dutch Van Kirk, Jacob Beser

Two glossy 4.5 x 3.75 photos, one of Tibbets waving from the cockpit of the Enola Gay, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “Best wishes Fred, Paul

Uncommon satin-finish 14 x 11 photo of the USS Alabama, signed in blue felt tip, “Bob Feller, ‘WWII USS Alabama.’” In very fine condition.

Sixteen items consisting of covers, philatelic souvenirs, letters, and photos, signed by WWI and WWII fighter aces representing nine different countri

Three photos: color glossy 10 x 8 photo of the Japanese surrender, signed in black felt tip, “Good luck, God bless. Gene Fluckey, Skipper & War ...

Five glossy photos, one color, 4 x 6 and 6 x 4, each signed in felt tip or ballpoint by one of the legendary ‘Flying Tigers.’ Signers are: Ken Jernste

Two limited edition color 16 x 11.5 prints, one titled ‘Bridge Busting Jugs,’ signed in blue felt tip, “Gabby Gabreski”; the other titled ‘Slashed By

Two items: satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Gabreski in the cockpit of his plane, signed in black felt tip; and a hardcover edition of Gabby: A Fighter Pi

Five glossy 4 x 6 photos each signed in felt tip or by a Guadalcanal Campaign participant. Signers are: Fred DiDomenico, Howard Roberts, Frank Pomroy,

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Hargraves providing cover fire with his M1 Thompson submachine gun, signed in blue felt tip, “D. T. Hargraves, Jr., 4-28-2010,

Commanding Officer at the Battle of Hamburger Hill and recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross (2nd highest military decoration). Color satin-fin

Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of battle, signed in blue felt tip by Dave Severance, Ralph ‘Pee Wee’ Griffiths, John Scheperle, Marv Burdine, Edward Blanke

Exquisite limited edition satin-finish 36 x 12 photo of Easy Company, numbered 45/75, signed in blue felt tip by Dave Severance, Ralph ‘Pee Wee’ Griff

Eight glossy photos, one color, 4 x 6 and 6 x 4, each signed in ink by an Iwo Jima participant. Signers are: Dave Severance, Richard Rothwell, Gerald

Green US military combat helmet, no liner or straps, signed on the outside in silver ink, “Charles W. Lindberg, 2/23/1945.” In fine condition.

Two photos: a satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the first flag-raising on Iwo Jima, and a color glossy 10 x 8 photo of the Japanese surrender, signed in bl

Souvenir print of the Japanese Surrender, 22 x 17, signed in blue felt tip by 17 Doolittle Raiders, two crew members of the Enola Gay and three others

Confederate general who commanded a brigade of the Army of Mississippi at the Battle of Shiloh (1817–1880). Ink signature, “Bushrod R. Johnson, Maj. G

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Johnston and Agnew posing in front of the Enola Gay, signed in blue felt tip by both Johnston and Agnew, both adding their assi

Two identical satin-finish 14 x 11 photos, each signed in black felt tip by Rudolfo Hernandez, Bill ‘Doc’ Charette, Dick Becker, and Jim Kasler. In fi

Four identical satin-finish 8 x 10 photos from the flag raising at Iwo Jima, each signed in black felt tip, “Charles W. Lindberg, 1st Flag Raiser, Iwo

Color limited edition 20 x 28 print entitled ‘Uncommon Valor, numbered 7/100AP, signed in pencil by six Pacific Medal of Honor recipients: Jack Lucas,

Color 20 x 15.75 poster of a Black Sheep Corsair F4U, signed in black ink and felt tip by five Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipients: Jeff DeBlanc, J

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of the Japanese surrender on board the Missouri, signed in blue felt tip by five Pacific Medal of Honor recipients: Ji

Eleven items, consisting primarily of photos with a few letters, each signed by a notable military figure Signers are: Matthew Ridgway, Gabby Gabreski

Collection of 10 vintage photos, various finishes, each measuring approximately 11 x 14 (including the mounts or mats), and each signed and inscribed

Five glossy 6 x 4 photos, one color, each signed in felt tip or ballpoint by a Navajo Code Talker. Signers are: Wilfred Billey, John Kinsel, Alfred Ne

Two items: vintage ink signature, “C. W. Nimitz, Fleet Admiral, U. S. Navy,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card; and a 15.5 x 10 cardstock photo of Nimitz sig

Two items: one vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5 photo of Nimitz in uniform, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Bob Turner—Best wishes, C. W. Nimitz

Five glossy 6 x 4 photos of the trials, each signed in felt tip or ballpoint by a different guard. Signers are: Kenneth Fulkerson, William Miller, Pet

WWII Imperial Japanese Army intelligence officer who, under the specific orders to never surrender, spent a staggering 30 years holding out in the Phi

Color 22.75 x 18 print entitled ‘The Fighters’, signed in blue and black ink by Bob Maxwell, Frederick Payne, Swede Vejtasa, Alex Vraciu, Marion Carl,

Satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of the USS Ward, signed in blue felt tip by Donald Pepin, Eugene Heiberger, Walter Campion, Kenneth Swedberg, Richard Thill

Five glossy photos, 4 x 6 and 6 x 4, each signed in ink by a Pearl Harbor survivor. Signers are: Frank Stowell, James Downing, John Entenmann, James B

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Hank Potter, Rex Barber, and Charles Lindberg posing together at a reunion, signed in the lower border in black fel

Four items: three TLSs, each one page, approximately 7 x 8.5, dated between 1993 and 1994, all responding to an admirer; and one color satin-finish 8

TLS, one page, 7.25 x 7.75, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff letterhead, February 16, 1993. In part: “I believe Operation Restore Hope is a wonde

Sikh fighter pilot who joined the Royal Air Force in World War II and fought the Luftwaffe (1918–2010), he was also one of the RAF Pilots who flew dur