Myers, Abraham C (1811-1889) Quartermaster General of the Confederacy with the rank of Colonel, he was the highest-ranked Jewish officer in the Confederate Army. A descendent of Charleston's first rabbi, he was one of the first Jews to graduate West Point (class of 1833). In Mexico he served under both Taylor and Scott and was awarded two brevets for gallant and meritorious service. The Confederate Congress voted for him to be appointed brigadier general, but this was never acted upon because of the personal animosity of Jefferson Davis toward Myers.
Autograph letter signed ("A.C. Myers"), on Confederate States of America Quarter Master Department letterhead, 1p, 9¾ x 7¾", Richmond, Dec. 18, 1861. To Capt. I.W. Avery concerning supplies for his cavalry company. "I am in the receipt of your letter…asking that your cavalry company may be supplied with waterproof overcoats at $5 per man. Also valises, canteens & other articles of equipment. Neither valises nor such overcoats…are allowed by the regulations…I have no authority to exceed what is therein prescribed…." Fine and rare. Capt. Avery later became Colonel of the 4th Georgia Cavalry. He was captured by Sheridan in 1862, and seriously wounded at New Hope Church in 1864.
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
The Arden Family Holdings of Beverly Hills.
U.S. Civil War
