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Steel Engraving Portrait. "Robert Anderson"

Engraving, circa 1900s (3 x 5 1/2 inch) of Robert Anderson (1805-1871) in military uniform. Wounded in the Mexican-American War, served in the military till being put at Fort Sumter to witness the beginning of the Civil War and became the "hero of Fort Sumter". Was a brigadier-general in 1861 while commanding the Department of Kentucky and Cumberland, made a major-general in 1865. Was at Fort Sumter in 1865 when the original flag was re raised.. Illustr.: Engraved By W.T. Bather.. Book. Book Condition: Collectible-Very Good. Binding: No Binding

Stock number: 10601.

Bookseller's details and sales conditions: Barry Cassidy Rare Books

$US 15.00