Item #329360 Signed Memo. Louis BLENKER.

Signed Memo

1863.

Signed memo and etched portrait of Civil War general Louis Blenker. Please inquire for more information.

Louis Blenker was a German revolutionary and American soldier. Upon the outbreak of the Civil War he organized the 8th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment, of which he became colonel. He was noted for his coverage of the retreat at Bull Run and for his performance in western Virginia at the Battle of Cross Keys. For his gallantry at Bull Run he was raised to the rank of brigadier general of volunteers.
Binding: Framed
Condition: Near Fine
Language: English

Price: $500.00

Item #329360

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