James J. Archer issues “Friendly Indians” rations in 1859 /SOLD

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James J. Archer issues “Friendly Indians” rations in 1859 – Inventory Number: DOC 319 / SOLD
Rare abstract of provisions issued to “Indians” in camp on Colville River October 31, 1850. James J. Archer (1817 – 1864) Confederate brigadier general and colonel of the 5th Texas in Hood’s Brigade, fought at Antietam, Chancellorsville and Gettysburg where he was captured. Pre-war D.S. as Captain of the 9th Infantry, 1p. sm. folio, “Camp on Colville River W[ashington] T[erritory]”, Oct. 31, 1859. Archer signs a Return of Provisions issued in the field to “Friendly Indians” employed in the Quartermaster’s Dept., a total of 74 rations. Signed at lower-right, fine condition. The document again mentions friendly Indians visiting camp and giving them 11 days rations. Comes housed in 14 x 20 riker display case with red velvet and descriptive card.
Inventory Number: DOC 319 / SOLD

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James J. Archer issued rations to “Friendly Indians” in 1859, as detailed in a handwritten official document dated October 3rd, with tables of provisions and signatures included.
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A framed document titled "James J. Archer issues 'Friendly Indians' rations in 1859" is displayed on a red background, featuring handwritten official text with ruled lines and signatures at the bottom.

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