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Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891 [Calling card signed by Sherman]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02878.04.08 Author/Creator: Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph note signed Date: 1869-1883 Pagination: 1 card : 2 p. ; 5.7 x 9.1 cm. Order a Copy

Possibly created while Sherman served as Commander in Chief of the United States, 1869-1883. On verso, contains a note written in pencil and initialed by Sherman. Sherman writes, "Dear Hoxie- I would like very much to see you and [Green?]- either or both today before 1 pm- Something Special"

Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891

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