2025-01 Raynors Historical Collectible Auctions
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Lovell Harrison Rousseau (1818-1869) On the outbreak of the Civil war in 1861, he used his earnest efforts to restrain Kentucky from joining the Confederacy, and was especially active in recruiting troops and providing for their proper drill and equipment. He resigned from the legislature to serve better the Federal cause. He led the 4th brigade of the 2nd division, Army of the Ohio, at the second day's battle of Shiloh, and greatly distinguished himself by retaking the headquarters abandoned by Gen. McClernand the day before and otherwise contributing to the success of the Federal army on that day. He again distinguished himself at the battle of Perryville, Ky., on Oct. 8, and that day gained his promotion to major-general of volunteers. Autograph Letter Signed “Lovell H. Rousseau” on second page, written to General U.S. Grant, Comdg Armies U.S.. Datelined: Washington DC., August 13, 1866 regarding an extension of a soldier’s leave. In part, “Thomas C. Williams, formerly of my staff .. applied for an extension of his leave of absence two months. He lost his wife and is in a very deep affliction. ...” The letter is fine and tipped to large album sheet, old school style.
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