Item No. 8058076

A 1900 letter written by former Confederate General Joseph Wheeler, likely in reply to a request for an autograph. Writing from Chicago to a Leonard Schultz, Wheeler writes, “It gives me pleasure to comply with your request,” signing, “Joseph Wheeler.” Wheeler is best known for having served in command of the Army of Tennessee’s cavalry, and also for his later service in the Spanish-American War. Measures 5 1/8” x 6 3/8”.

Chicago
Aug 22 1900

Mr. Leonard Schultz

My dear Sir
It gives me pleasure to comply with your request.
With Respt.
Joseph Wheeler