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Confederate army officer (1831–1879) who, after graduating near the bottom of his West Point class, served in California and Texas. Resigning to join the Confederate service, Hood commanded a brigade at Second Bull Run and Antietam and a division at Gettysburg, where he was seriously wounded. Ink signature “John B. Hood Bvt 2d Lt .Infy,” adding “Priv Toohy off extra duty” on a light blue 3 x .75 slip. In fine condition, with close trimming to top edge and some light toning along right edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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