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(Sherman, General William T.) Autograph Letter Signed. Ransom, Minnie Hunt. Near Warrenton, N(orth) C(arolina), April 24, [18]65. 1 p., 4to. On verso, Autograph Order of Protection Signed, Sherman, W.T., Maj. Genl. Comdg., Raleigh, N.C., April 28, [18]65.
Minnie Hunt Ransom, the wife of Confederate Major General Robert Ransom, appeals to General Sherman for protection, "under existing circumstances I deem it not improper to call on you personally for that protection any woman has a right to expect from gallant gentleman and officers... I am living alone with my four little children..., I will be truly obliged to you to send me such protection as may secure me from molestation..."
Sherman's protection order on verso: "I take great pleasure in committing this lady... to the care & protection of Gen. Howard, and beg he will let officers see the family and assure Mrs. Ransom of the deep interest we feel in her safety and happiness. W.T. Sherman, Maj. Genl., Comdg."
Gen. Ransom surrendered to Gen. Howard in Warrenton, N.C. on May 2, 1865. The last rebel troops surrendered on May 26.