^Lot 370 Charles Sumner

American politician (1811–1874) and Massachusetts senator best known as a radical Republican and a staunch opponent of slavery. In 1856, Sumner was severely beaten in the Senate chamber by South Carolina Congressman Preston Brook. LS, one page, 5.25 x 8, June 18. Letter to F. W. Bigelow. In part: “I have your note…in reference to your discharge from the service and will forward it to the War Department with a request that it be favorably considered.” In fine condition.