Union general (1827–1905) who became better known as the author of the best-selling novel Ben-Hur. Handwritten endorsement, “Respectfully referred to Brig. Gen. Bragg, Lew Wallace, Maj. Gen.,” written on the 3.5 x 8 docketing panel of a War Department special orders document, one page, 8 x 10, October 2, 1865. Document relieves Bragg from “duty as a member of the Special Military Commission appointed to meet in this city.” Inlaid into a slightly larger off-white sheet. Central vertical fold passing through the first letter of Wallace’s signature, partial edge separations at folds, and other expected document wear, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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