Autograph Letter Signed
(1800-82) A native of Maryland, he was commissioned 2nd lieutenant, 8th U.S. Infantry, on January 28, 1820; transferred to the 1st U.S. Infantry, on June 1, 1821; transferred to the 3rd U.S. Artillery, on June 12, 1823; promoted to 1st lieutenant, on May 1, 1828; captain, on December 1, 1838; major, 2nd U.S. Artillery, November 11, 1856; lieutenant colonel, 3rd U.S. Artillery, on August 28, 1861; he commanded Fort Lafayette, New York Harbor during the Civil War. He was brevetted for gallantry in the Mexican War battles of Contreras, Churubusco and Molino del Rey. Promoted to brevet brigadier general, on March 13, 1865.
Autograph Letter Signed: 7 3/4 x 9 1/2, in ink.
Fort Monroe, Va. 5 Dec. 1832
Sir,
Enclosed you will receive duplicate receipts to correspond with your Invoice as directed to me of the 23 last month.
I Have the honor to be Sir Your Obt. Svt. Martin Burke 1Lt., 3 Art. Comd. H Comp.
To Major Bender
Docket on the reverse: No. 296 Lieut. Martin Burke Fort Monroe December 5, 1832
Enclosing Receipts for clothing for Company H, 3rd Artillery
Light age toning and wear. |