When touring the Gettysburg battlefield, one of the sites you will remember seeing is that of Edward McPherson’s farm.  Crucial fighting occurred during the battle of Gettysburg on this property on July 1, 1863.  To find the autograph of Edward McPherson is quite difficult.  Our current offering is dated September 17, 1862 the same date that the battle of Antietam was raging!  McPherson writes from Chambersburg, PA., where he is giving instructions to the colonel of the home guard during the 1^st Confederate invasion.  His farm would become famous during the 2^nd Confederate invasion!  Good condition, paper loss in upper left hand corner, not affecting the writing.  A great piece for the Gettysburg collector!

#G5- Price $350

Transcription:

                                                                                                                    Hdqtrs Army Penna

                                                                                                                    Chamg September 17, 1862

Colonel Henry McCormick

Comg 1^st Brigade

Colonel-    

It is not necessary that you should draw and cook any additional rations for marching.  You wil for the present retain command of the detached companies to whom you refer.  Detail two orderlies from the mounted troop for duty at your headquarters.

                                                                                                            I have the honor to be

                                                                                                            Your Obedient Servant,

                                                                                                            Ed McPherson