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ONLINE FIREARMS, EDGED WEAPONS AND MILITARIA AUCTION

Fri, Jul 24, 2026 01:00PM EDT - Sun, Aug 9, 2026 04:00PM EDT
Lot 280

Civil War Letter with Political Content Relating to the New York Draft Riots, July 1863

Estimate: $250 - $500

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Well-written and content-rich multi-page Civil War letter discussing the New York Draft Riots and expressing strong anti-Copperhead political sentiment, including explicit commentary on the conflict and contemporary divisions within the Union. The writer references national events and military leadership, providing insight into Northern attitudes during a volatile moment in 1863. The tone is engaged and opinionated, elevating it beyond routine camp correspondence and adding historical interest tied to a specific and significant wartime episode. Pickup & Shipping: Free pickup in Gardnerville, NV. FedEx Ground/Home Delivery within the continental U.S.: $30 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined shipping available.

Condition

Good, with typical fold lines, light toning, and handling wear consistent with age. Ink remains legible throughout.

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The Estate of Professor Ronald H. Limbaugh (University of the Pacific) Director of the Holt-Atherton Pacific Center for Western Studies and Director of the John Muir Center for Regional Studies