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General Robert E. Lee autograph endorsement signed, commending the performance of a Major Robert M. Grinnell, who was twice wounded in battle during the Civil War and returned to combat each time afterwards. Composed on 18 April 1865, Lee writes in full, ''It gives me pleasure to express my Concurrence in the Commendation bestowed by Genl Heth on Major Grinnell. His Conduct & deportment has been always admirable. / R E Lee / Genl / 18 Apl '65''. Document is likely one of the last times that Robert E. Lee signed off with the rank of General, here at the close of the Civil War. Endorsement measures 3.25'' x 7.75'' as folded. Strip of toning to right side and separation starting along fold line affecting date; very good condition with clear handwriting. Endorsement is accompanied by Major General Henry Heth's commendation of Major Grinnell, which measures 7.75'' x 9.625''. Both documents are professionally affixed to mat in a presentation measuring 27'' x 27''.
Robert E. Lee Autograph Endorsement Signed From 18 April 1865 -- ''...His Conduct & deportment has been always admirable...''
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