Winfield Scott correspondence, 1847-1848.

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Winfield Scott correspondence, 1847-1848.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/166262117

Letter guaranteeing safe passage for Mexican soldiers into the capital, accompanied by a typed translation in Spanish. Also a printed "Safeguard" issued by Scott placing a Mexican family and its property under protection of the Army.

2 letters and 1 document 8 1/2 x 11 in.

California state library

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California state library

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Scott, Winfield, 1786-1866

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Winfield Scott (June 13, 1786 – May 29, 1866) was an American military commander and political candidate. He served as a general in the United States Army from 1814 to 1861, taking part in the War of 1812, the Mexican–American War, the early stages of the American Civil War, and various conflicts with Native Americans. Scott was the Whig Party's presidential nominee in the 1852 presidential election, but was defeated by Democrat Franklin Pierce. He was known as Old Fuss and Feathers for his insi...