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Gustavus V. Fox

Gustavus V. Fox

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Gustavus V. Fox

Assistant secretary of the Navy during the Civil War (1821–1883). LS signed “G. V. Fox,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, Navy Department letterhead, May 29, 1865. Letter to John G. Walker of the USS Shawmut. In full: “Inform the Department as to the right of 1st Class Pilot John L. Armstrong to share in the prize money acruing [sic] from cotton captured at Haines Bluff by the U. S. S. Baron DeKalb.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #411 - Ended July 17, 2013