Scott, Winfield, 1786-1866 [Authorization for Senator John Sherman to visit General McDowell's headquarters]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00593 Author/Creator: Scott, Winfield, 1786-1866 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Document signed Date: 21 July 1861 Pagination: 1 p. : docket Height: 24.5 cm, Width: 19.5 cm Order a Copy
Winfield Scott authorizes Ohio Senator John Sherman to visit the headquarters of General Irvin McDowell during the First Battle of Bull Run (Manassas). Also authorized and signed by Edward Davis Townsend, Assistant Adjutant General.
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