Confederate Document, 6th Virginia Cavalry printed document certifying that Private John W. Furr of Co. A, 6th Virginia Cavalry was in need of a horse because "he has now become dismounted by hard service and strict attention to his duties". The document is signed By Bowles E. Armistead, 1st Lt., Co. A (brother of CSA General Lewis A. Armistead, KIA Gettysburg, PA), and also signed by 3 members of the Board of Examiners, all Captains in 6th Virginia.
Imprints of Fitz Lee's Cavalry Division and Lomax Cavalry Brigade. Very rare form.
Folds and some aging, otherwise fine.
- Item #: VA6