Nice Ink Script ALS from Col. David P. Birney, 23rd Penna., Birney's Zouaves to Brig. Gen Buell, 8" X 9 7/8", dated Nov. 2, ...

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Nice Ink Script ALS from Col. David P. Birney, 23rd Penna., Birney's Zouaves to Brig. Gen Buell, 8" X 9 7/8", dated Nov. 2, 1861. Birney reports that he and Col. Cochrane" have complete their inspection of the "1st Regt. U. S. Chasseurs" and found that "the men need caps and pants as their present ones are in a dilapidated condition." Perfect condition and an historically interesting letter. Also a 7 ½" X 9 ½" ink script letter on pre printed stationary headed "Headquarters Twenty third regiment P. V. Colonel D. B. Birney" dated Sept. 23, 1861 from "Camp Graham near Washington" providing a detailed list of the arms in the possession of the 23d Penna. Includes models, dates and manufacturers of the weapons that each company is armed with. Important document. Does not appear to be in Birney's hand, doubtless his ADC, docketed on the verso. Perfect condition in a period walnut frame with China buttons on the corners.