The most famous cartographer of the Civil War (1828–1899) whose detailed maps of the Shenandoah Valley are often credited as principal factors in Stonewall Jackson's victories. Very rare ALS signed “Jed. Hotchkiss,” one page, 8.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, September 30, 1886. Letter to Clarence H. Bell. In full: “Your favor of the 27th inst. asking if I will deliver a lecture in Fremont Temple, Boston, on the evening of Dec. 1, 1886, for the benefit of John A. Andrew Post 15, G. A. R. and offering me $150 for such service is at hand. The reception I had from Boston audiences last spring was so very pleasant and every way agreeable, and the company of lecturers you name is such a goodly one, I am glad to accept your invitation and you may enter me for the evening named. I have a number of lectures on campaigns in which I participated, but, as you kindly give me a choice of subjects I will take ‘Stonewall Jackson’s Valley Campaign of 1862.’ This I will illustrate upon a large blackboard, which I suppose you will furnish. Please inform me what war regiments are represented in your Post, and send me copies of any notices you may issue in reference to the Course of Lectures.” Intersecting folds with two small tape-repaired separations to edges and slight mirroring to ink, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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