It isn't often that you get a chance to own an original Civil War soldier's blanket but here you have a chance to own the personal blanket of Major General Henry W. Halleck. Henry Wager Halleck (January 16, 1815 – January 9, 1872) was a senior United States Army officer, scholar, and lawyer. A noted expert in military studies, he was known by a nickname that became derogatory: "Old Brains". He was an important participant in the admission of California as a state and became a successful lawyer and land developer. Halleck served as the General-in-Chief of the Armies of the United States from 1862 to 1864, and then became Chief of Staff for the remainder of the war when Ulysses S. Grant was appointed to that position. This is a finely crafted blanket with the main body that has aged to a beautiful milky tan color. The top and bottom edge is ornately trimmed with lined that are now a purple tone. This color is probably a faded blue because as we see with materials from the period, they age to different tones because of the wide variety of yes they used at the time. There are trace of the original silk border remaining. In the center of the blanket, it is wonderfully stitched "Maj. Gen. H.W. Halleck" over "U.S.A.". You can tell that this is the quality that was fine enough for a Major General's rank. Halleck was promoted to the rank of Major General on August 19th 1861. Only July 23rd 1862, He was assigned as General-in-Chief of the Armies of the United States, which he served as from 1862 to 1864. At that time, March 12th 1864, he started services as a Lieutenant General and chief of staff for the army. The blanket itself measures approximately 65 inches by 74 inches in overall size. It is accompanied by an original engraving style Civil War CDV image of Halleck in unform. It is an amazing and personal artifact from one of the most famous of all Civil War Generals, Henry W. Halleck.

Print Email to a friend

Order Information

Please contact us if you have any questions before you place an order. 731-438-3541 Extension #3

Terms of Sale

All items are described to the best of our ability. Remember that the only true experts died 100 years ago. If we make a mistake we will make it right. It is always best to call and reserve an item as most of them are unique. We do out best to keep the web-site up-to-date but sometimes items sell out of the shop or at a show and aren't removed immediately. After you place your order and receive confirmation from Shiloh Relics. The item will be held for 7 days for the payment to arrive. If payment is not received within 7 days the item will be placed back for sale. Please call between 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM Central Time. A minimum charge of $10.00 will be added to cover shipping. Items can be shipped UPS or USPS Priority Mail. Tennessee residents must include 9.75% sales tax. All items are 100% GUARANTEED. If for any reason you are unhappy with the relic just return it UNALTERED within 5 days for a refund minus shipping charges and restocking fee of 6%. Layaways can be arranged on items over $100. Layaway terms are; 1/3 down and 1/3 in 30 days with balance due in full in 60 days. Due to time factors there are no refunds or price discounts on layaways. Only 1 item may be in lay-a-way at a time unless approved by Shiloh Relics. We reserve the right to refuse service to rude people. We are always buying and trading so feel free to make an offer. Thanks for stopping by! Rafael Eledge, Owner of ShilohRelics.com.

Payment Information

Checks, Money Orders , Major Credit Cards , Layaway

Authenticity

I guarantee all my items to be authentic and as described. All items are Guaranteed to be Authentic without time limit to the original purchaser for the price purchased as long as the item is accompanied by the original receipt or bill of sale.

Shipping Information

We use the United States Postal Service or United Parcel Service for all shipping. Insurance is included in all shipping costs to protect your item. We am happy to combine items to reduce the shipping cost please let us know if you have placed multiple orders.