Raynors HCA 2017-12
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/7/2017
Lot of three important Union general orders. Includes: General Order No. 80, "Headquarters Department of the South, Hilton Head, S. C., May 31, 1865", May 11, 1865, in part: "Punishment of Guerrillas. All the forces of the enemy, east of the Mississippi river, having been duly surrendered…under agreements of parole and disbandment…it is ordered. That…after the first day of June, 1865, any and all persons found in arms against the United States or who may commit acts of hostly against it…will be regarded as guerrillas and punished with death…" Also: General Order No. 83, "Headquarters Department of the South, Hilton Head, S. C., June 6, 1865", signed in type by Secretary of State WILLIAM H. SEWARD, May 29, 1865, read, in part: "A copy of the President's Amnesty Proclamation…is herewith appended…so as to insure its benefits to the people and guard the Government against fraud…the proclamation may be taken and subscribed before any commissioned officer, civil, military or naval, in the service of the United States…all who receive such oaths are…authorized to give certified copies…to this department where they will…where they will be deposited and remain in the archives of the Government…".Also: General Order No. 94, "Headquarters Department of the South, Hilton Head, S. C., June 16, 1865", May 29 to June 10, 1865, in part: "…telegram concerning prisoners. The Secretary of War directs that returned Prisoners of War (enlisted men) who have endured the hardships of Andersonville, Florence, Salisbury…be mustered out as soon as possible, and allowed three months extra pay…commanding officers…will…muster for commutation of rations all men of their respective commands who have been prisoners of war…soldiers honorably mustered out, who desire…to retain their arms and accouterments…must signify their intention before leaving the field…" Prices are also set for various equipment. Three pieces, very good.
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