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circa 1861-1865

Asboth, Alexander Sandor, 1811-1868

Photograph

Title: As brigadier general, seated full-length portrait with with dog at his feet

Graphite inscription on verso "**Book." Ink inscription on verso "Alexander Asboth. Brig. Gen. Vols. U.S.A." Photographers imprint on verso: "Charles D. Fredricks & Co., 'Specialite,' 587 Broadway, New York."

GLC05111.02.0841

7 July 1862

Asboth, Alexander Sandor, 1811-1868

Letter signed

Title: to Charles S. Hamilton

Inquires "whether the new road, called the Prince road running from Corinth across the Jacinto road is in a practicable condition for the Transportation of Trains." Discusses the position of his cavalry companies. Believes "My Company is ready," but worries about "my right flank, in the rear of Rienzi as a weak point." One bust engraving of Asboth included as collateral.

GLC02458.01

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