President of the military commission trying the conspirators involved with the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln (1802–1886). ALS signed “D. Hunter, U. S. Army,” one page, 4.75 x 7.75, September 14, 1873. Letter to a gentleman. In full: “It gives me great pleasure to comply with your request. I send you a card signed in 1865, for admission to the trial of the assassins of the lamented Lincoln.” In fine condition, with light circular areas of toning to the upper border. The trial of the eight suspected conspirators began in early May and lasted for about seven weeks, with 366 witnesses testifying—all eight defendants were found guilty, and four sentenced to death by hanging. An outstanding letter with direct relevance to Lincoln’s assassination. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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