Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891 to Edgar A. Hamilton
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00223 Author/Creator: Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: December 11, 1881 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 21 cm, Width: 13 cm Order a Copy
Sherman writes to Reverend Hamilton to eulogize General Hugh Judson Kirkpatrick shortly after his death, praising Kirkpatrick's merits as a soldier and a officer during both peace time and the Civil War. He writes, in part, "I never knew a more enthusiastic...cavalry officer, and I was personally indebted to him for the quickness he displayed in comprehending my purpose and the earnestness with which he executed his part..." Written on stationary of the Headquarters Army of the United States.
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