1084. GEORGE A. CUSTER (1839 - 1876) Union major general of cavalry who fought in nearly every battle of the Army of the Potomac, including Gettysburg, and later met his tragic end at the hands of Cheyenne and Sioux warriors at the battle of Little Big Horn. Fine war-date signed endorsement "G. A. Custer" as Brevet Major General and Acting Chief of Cavalry, "Hd. Qrs. Cav. Mid. Mil. Div.", Nov. 26, 1864, approving and recommending a request. Cut from a larger document, two letters slightly blurred, else very good to fine. $2,500 - 3,500