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David S. Stanley autographed handwritten letter (ALS), one page, written on official Headquarters Department of Texas stationery and dated January 21, 1885, from San Antonio, Texas. Written entirely in Stanley’s hand and signed, “D. S. Stanley,” the letter is addressed to General William B. Franklin.

David S. Stanley writes to recommend Dr. C. C. McKinley for the position of surgeon at the new Soldiers’ Home at Leavenworth. Stanley notes that McKinley had recently served as a contract surgeon in the U.S. Army and states that his military experience and professional qualifications make him well suited for the appointment. The letter reflects Stanley’s position as a senior Army commander and offers a glimpse into the personnel recommendations and administrative responsibilities associated with overseeing military affairs on the western frontier.

Fine condition. Tipped into a slightly larger backing sheet along the edges only.

David Sloan Stanley (1828–1902) was one of the most accomplished U.S. Army officers of the nineteenth century, earning distinction during both the Civil War and the Indian Wars. During the Civil War he commanded troops in major engagements including Stones River, Chickamauga, Atlanta, and Franklin, receiving the Medal of Honor for gallantry under fire at the Battle of Franklin. Following the war, Stanley spent decades on frontier duty, participating in campaigns against Plains tribes and serving in senior commands throughout the American West. By the time of this letter he was commanding the Department of Texas, one of the Army’s most important frontier posts, and he ultimately retired as a brigadier general in the Regular Army.

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