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William T. Sherman

Sherman to Europe: All you need is Love, General Love that is

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Sherman to Europe: All you need is Love, General Love that is

ALS signed “W. T. Sherman, General,” one lightly-lined page both sides, 5 x 8, Headquarters, Army of the United States letterhead, November 15, 1869. Letter of introduction for General John Love. In part, “General John Love…has applied to me. I take pleasure in writing that we have been friends…ever since we were together as Cadets at the U. S. Military Academy. He left the…Army many years ago, but has never ceased to take a deep interest in our National affairs or in professional matters. I commend him to the favorable notice of any friend of mine he may visit in his proposed visit to Europe.” In fine condition, with mounting remnants to the back of the integral page. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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