American military officer and politician (1798–1879) who served as a Union general during the Civil War, in which capacity he played a pivotal role in suppressing the New York Draft Riots in July 1863. His political and diplomatic career included posts as secretary of the treasury, minister to France, and governor of New York. Civil War–dated ALS, one page, 7.5 x 9.5, November 27, 1862. Letter to Horatio Seymour. In full: “I learn that the name of Mr. Henry Liebman is before you for the appointment of Quarter Master Gen’l. I have known Mr. S. for a quarter of a century as a devoted impeccable democrat. He is intelligent, active, & capable, and would, I am satisfied, discharge all the duties of the office satisfactorily. In my absence from the state in military service, I have not interfered with domestic politics; but I am sure you will not take it amiss if I write with Mr. Liebman’s friends in presenting his name to you for the appointment.” Endorsed on the reverse by three of said friends, prominent businessmen August Belmont, John Cisco, and Peter Cooper. Also includes a 2.25 x 4 full-length carte-de-visite photo of Dix by E. &. H. T. Anthony of New York, signed on the reverse in black ink, “John A. Dix.” Intersecting folds and some show-through from the endorsements on the reverse of the letter, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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