Lot 472
Lee, Robert E (1807-70) Legendary Commander-in-Chief of the Confederate armies; considerred one of the greatest generals in military history. Autograph Letter Signed ("R E Lee"), 1 p, 8x5", Arlington, 23 May 1859. Fine. Written five months before he was sent to Harper's Ferry to suppress John Brown's raid, to Major P.V. Hagner regarding the design of a bridle and saddle: "I thought Housings had been adopted by the Board. I knew I voted against it. If not adopted, I do not wish any. I will have the hasp plates in the bit as you suggest [here he draws a design]. The 2 enveloped by the C. different from that of the men. The pommel pouches must have covers of course to secure their contents. I wish them light & seemly…." Major Hagner became a brevet brigadier general after the war.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000.
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