Autograph Letter Signed S Cooper, Richmond, Virginia, March 15, 1862 to General John H. Winder, one page, octavo, reading, "This the wish of the Secretary of War that Co: A. 59 Va. Regt. called Richmond Light Infantry Blues, lately commanded by Capt Jennings Wise, be not disbanded, but that it be allowed to recruit its members under Lt. Lanxey (sp?). If you have given any order for its disbandment please revoke it." Presented in a gilt wooden frame.

DOA 14.25 x 16.26 in.

Affixed to the back of the frame is a 1992 letter from the Adjutant General of Virginia giving a history of the Blues into the 20th century.

Not examined out of the frame; light damp stains along left margin; very good appearance.