Army captain (1834–1898) who served in Custer’s 7th Cavalry as commander of Company H at the time of the massacre at Little Big Horn. Benteen ignored direct orders to rush to Custer’s aid, prompting Custer’s widow to place the blame for her husband’s death on Benteen’s shoulders. Partly printed DS, signed “F. W. Benteen” as Captain of the 7th Cavalry, one page, 8.25 x 7, April 25, 1878. A special requisition for various “Quarter Master Stores,” including “Three … stable forks … one blacksmith’s apron … one … sick report book.” A few tiny edge tears, otherwise fine, clean condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
