Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 to Henry S. Hewit
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00255.01 Author/Creator: Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 Place Written: Dover, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 24, 1862 Pagination: 1 p. : docket Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy
Ulysses S. Grant orders Hewit to visit hospitals and gather information to "complete your report of the battle of Fort Henry & Donelson." He commends Hewit for his "prompt and efficient manner." Docketed in pencil. Written at Fort Donelson
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