Lot 900
Jackson, Thomas J. "Stonewall" (1824-1863) Confederate general; one of the most gifted tactical commanders in United States history. War-date autograph endorsement signed ("T.J. Jackson") as Lt. Gen., Hd Qrs 2d Army Corps, 16 Mar. 1863. Jackson added "Res forwarded & appd." and the number "7349." The endorsement has been cut from the original document and is presently 2 x 3¼ in. matted with a 6 x 4¼ in. color engraving of Jackson and framed to an overall size of 18¼ x 12 in. Fine; very clearly penned and signed. A COA from the late autograph dealer Charles Hamilton is on the verso.
Jackson was appointed Lt. Gen. on 10 Oct. 1862 and given command of the 2nd Corps, Army of Northern Virginia. At the time of this endorsement, the 2nd Army Corps was in quarters at Moss Neck, 10 miles south of Fredericksburg, on the Corbin family estate. Less than two months later, at Chancellorsville, on 2 May 1863, Jackson was accidentally shot by his own men and died eight days later. His death was a severe blow to the Confederacy.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000.
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