The Largest Civil War Autograph – Drake De Kay, who would sign his name large so that it could be read by sentries in dim light
One-page document headed, “Headquarters, Defenses of Washington, Jany. 5th, 1863”. Sent to the Commanding Officer of the 108th New York Volunteers certifying that a private George Stroger was in the hospital with illness. A fine autograph which we have seen sell for $150+
#D1-5-63NY – Price $50



