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McCausland, John, fl. 1865 to President Johnson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02456.17 Author/Creator: McCausland, John, fl. 1865 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 June 1865 Pagination: Order a Copy

Formerly a Confederate Brigadier General, John McCausland offers his "special application" for a pardon in accordance with Johnson's proclamation of 29 May 1865. Accompanied by a testimonial from John Hall, providing background information on McCausland and urging his pardon. Also accompanied by a petition signed by fourteen West Virginians.
[Civil War generals from border states]
One bust engraving of McCausland included as collateral.

McCausland, John, 1836-1927
Hall, John, fl. 1815-1865
Johnson, Andrew, 1808-1875
United States. President (1865-1869 : Johnson)

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