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Distinguished American poet (1807–1882) who produced timeless classics such as ‘Paul Revere’s Ride’ and ‘The Song of Hiawatha.’ Civil War–dated DS, signed “Yours truly, Henry W. Longfellow, 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Longfellow signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee. In part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Longfellow. RR Auction COA.
