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Union general (1815-1872), known as 'Old Brains,' who, despite his administrative skill as general in chief, failed to achieve an overall battle strategy for Union forces. Lincoln once described him as 'little more than a first rate clerk.' Civil War-dated ALS signed “H. W. Halleck,” one page, 5.25 x 8, Headquarters, Department of the Missouri letterhead, February 24, 1862. Letter to Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton, in full: "If it be thought that the present arrangement is best for the public service I have nothing to say. I have done my duty in making the suggestions, and leave it to my superiors to adopt or reject them." In fine condition, with light toning along the vertical fold.
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