Lot 862
Civil War Union Soldier's Letters. Two autograph letters signed, 8pp total, from Private George Homan [?] of Company H of the 18th New York Infantry [he would be killed at Gains Mill, Virginia on 27 June 1862] to his cousin, 24 June-5 July 1861, reporting on the relatively 'quiet' days prior to the clash at Bull Run on 21 July 1861, an attack by a rebel picket guard, and on seeing President Lincoln and General Scott during an inspection "The Col said last night he had a talk with the Pres. & he could not find out anything but said we would not be likely to stay here over a week…" Very good; some light soiling and expected wear.
Estimated Value $300 - 500.
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