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to Eliakim P. Scammon

Rejoices in the news of General William T. Sherman's march to the sea and the capture of Fort Fischer. States that he thinks it is a good time to gather all their men together and instigate a "Union march." Instructs Scammon to "Select your point...

GLC01905

to Edwin D. Morgan

Major General Foster writes to Morgan, Governor of New York. Recommends Lieutenant Daniel Webster Flagler of the Ordnance Corps for command of one of the regiments being raised by New York State. Writes "I have seen him Constantly, & in many...

GLC02464.04

As major general, standing, holding overcoat

Foster's fatigue cap bears brass the insignia of two stars and U.S., surrounded by laurel wreath. Imprint on recto "Brady New York." Graphite inscription on verso "Major-General John C Foster" "Lossing P 276 P 122 Century Vol I 650p" "Foster."...

GLC05111.02.0368

As major general, standing, holding overcoat

Foster's fatigue cap bears brass the insignia of two stars and U.S., surrounded by laurel wreath. Imprint on recto "Brady, New York." Graphite inscription on verso "120." Ink inscription on verso "John G Foster major General Vols. and Major...

GLC05111.02.0369

As major general, vignette bust view

Graphite inscription on verso "Major-General John G Foster" "ARW." Photographers imprint on verso: "Kimberly Bros, National Gallery, Fortress Monroe."

GLC05111.02.0370

to Henry W. Halleck

Union Major General, proposing a raid on Richmond

GLC08139