25 June 1863
Averell, William W., 1832-1900
Autograph letter signed
Title: to L. J. Cist
Written in Grafton, possibly West Virginia. Brigadier General Averell replies to a note from Cist, collector of autographs for United States Sanitary Fairs. Recalls his Civil War service, including 2nd Lieutenant, 3rd U.S. Cavalry; Acting Assistant Adjutant General to General Andrew Porter during First Bull Run; Colonel 3rd Pennsylvania Cavalry; and Brigadier General of Volunteers 26 September 1862."
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