Letter from Francis H. Smith to T. T. Fauntleroy

Creator:

Smith, Francis H. (Francis Henney), 1812-1890

Scope and content:

Written from VMI, Lexington, Virginia. In the letter, Francis H. Smith recommends Archibald M. Fauntleroy for a commission in the United States Army.

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Va. Military Institute
Sep. 2, 1857

My dear Sir,
I take great pleasure for giving my testimonial in behalf of your brother, Mr. Arch. M. Fauntleroy, for a Commission in the U.S. Army. There are few young men who have ever graduated in this school, who are better suited for such a life. A distinguished graduate of the last year's class, one of the best officers of his class, he will make a fine officer of the Army; I do, with great pleasure, recommend him to the Pres. Of the U.S. for opportunity; believing that his career will reflect credit upon the Institution of which he is a graduate.
[I remain very Respectfully]
Francis H. Smith
Supt.
V.M.I.

Subjects:

Correspondence
Letters of recommendation

Names:

Fauntleroy, A. M. (Archibald Magill), 1837-1886
Smith, Francis H. (Francis Henney), 1812-1890
Fauntleroy, A. M. (Archibald Magill), 1837-1886

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