Lot 1362
Scott, Winfield (1786-1866) American army officer who fought in the War of 1812, the Blackhawk War, the Seminole Wars, the Mexican-American War, and the Civil War. Nicknamed "Old Fuss and Feathers," he was general in chief, U.S. army, from 1841-61. He was appointed lieutenant general in 1852 and ran unsuccessfully the same year as the Whig candidate for president against Franklin Pierce.
Document Signed as general in chief, one page, 7¼ x 6¾ in., Head quarters of the Army, Washington, July 20, 1861. Being a military pass for the U.S. senator from Iowa: "Pass Hon James W. Grimes U.S. Senate to our advanced posts and back. He will be treated with respect and consideration by all officers and soldiers in the service of the United States." Countersigned by Asst. Adjt. Genl. E.D. Townsend, who was Scott's Chief of Staff. The page is affixed to a larger sheet, with a small image of Scott and three postage stamps bearing his image, all of which is matted and framed to an overall size of 12½ x 15½ in. In November 1861, the 75-year-old Scott would be replaced by George McClellan. Very Fine.
Estimated Value $350 - 450.
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