Lee, Robert E. (1807-1870) Autograph letter signed as Pres. Washingt. College

American and Confederate soldier best known as a commander of the Confederate States Army during the American Civil War. 8.0 x 10.0 inch, single leaf of ruled paper, Lexington, Virginia 1867 May 11. Advising him of his sons' tuition status, discussing various disbursements on their behalf, and advising him that, though both have been suffering from chills and fever... I presume this mountain climate will in time eradicate the disease. Accompanied by a document, in another hand, of an accounting of the expense of two boys (the sons of the recipient).

Also included is a rare brochure, apparently an original enclosure, for Washington College, listing the faculty (with General Lee as President), the various classes organized by schools Latin, Greek, Modern Languages, etc. Usual folds, else in fine condition. Doubtless, this last fact had bearing on his decision; his wife, Mary Custis, was a great-granddaughter of Martha Washington, and Lee himself venerated George Washington. Lee significantly improved the curriculum during his tenure (which ended with his death in 1870), adding engineering and journalism courses, a business and a law school etc. No mere figurehead, his hands-on approach is manifested in this letter to a concerned father (who was situated in Memphis, Tennessee). COMES WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY BY ANDREAS WIEMER HISTORICAL AUTOGRAPHS. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions. I started collecting autographs of famous personalities as a teenager in 1985. My large reference library includes all the standard works with more than 100 books on the subject. I'm a member of all major autograph organizations (PADA - Professional Autograph Dealers Association, Manuscript Society and so on) and the author of several published articles and reference books incl. The standard works: John F. Kennedy - autograph study" and "Presidents of the United States - AUTOPEN GUIDE. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Autographs\Historical". The seller is "autographs26771" and is located in this country: DE. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Autograph Authentication: Andreas Wiemer Historical Autographs COA
Signed: Yes
Original/Reproduction: Original
Signed by: Robert E.