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W(illiam) W(oods) Averell.

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W(illiam) W(oods) Averell.
Of N.Y. Union Maj. Gen., and inventor of asphalt pavement, insulated electric cable, and a process to make cast steel directly from ore, amassing considerable wealth. "After the capture of Fort Sumter, Averell made a risky solo journey across the country to the New Mexico Territory with a message to summon his old mounted rifle regiment back east to join the fighting"--wikipedia. Pursuing Jeb Stuart after his raid on Chambersburg, Averell later led the first engagement in which Union cavalry were victorious over their Confederate opponents, at Kelly's Ford. Twice relieved of command, Sheridan claiming lack of aggressiveness in Averell's pursuit of Jubal Early. Breveted for the action at Droop Mountain, known as Averell's Raid to Lewisburg, W. Va., and Moorefield, surprising the Confederates in a sunrise attack. With "B(reve)t Maj. Genl., U.S.V." in his hand. Octagonal border toning from card stored in front, else darkly penned and fine.