American Army officer (1815–1862) who served with distinction during the Mexican-American War and the Civil War. Ignoring a demand to surrender at the Battle of Chantilly, in the midst of a fierce storm, Kearny was fatally felled by a single bullet which struck his spine. ALS signed “P. Kearny,” one page, 7.75 x 9.25, March 3, 1849. Kearny writes to General Jesup. In part: “I perfectly remember the cases you allude to, of your own wounded chargers—as I believe of several others. But I was under the impression, that during the Mexican War, that a Law, on a more liberal foundation, was passed to cover all horses of officers lost in execution of duties, be it by sea, or by land. I presume, that a special act would be granted, for there must be numerous other sufferers besides myself, if Congress ever had leisure to think of the Line.” In fine condition, with a very subtle hint of scattered toning and one mailing fold touching signature. R&R COA.
