Civil War Letter by Medal of Honor Winner Lewis A. Grant Asks for His Promotion to Brigadier General and Lists his Achievements: His Brigade "Stormed the heights of Fredericksburg [..], and bore the brunt of the attack upon the 6th Corps on Salem Heights [..]. crossed below Fredericksburg in boats under a galling fire. Stormed and carried rebel rifle pits [..] taking 100 prisoners. Held the front line of battle in face of Hills Crops [..] took an important part at the Battle of Gettysburg.."
Grant, Lewis. Future Union General & Metal of Honor Winner Lewis A. Grant asked that his Promotion to Brigadier General of Volunteers be made final. War date Autograph Letter Signed. 4 pages entirely on his hand, November 23, 1863. After having performed beyond his rank for over 17 months in.....