MILES MOYLAN
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(1838 - 1909) American military officer, a captain in command of Co. A of the Dakota Column of the 7th Cavalry, one of the three units that followed Major Marcus Reno in the unsuccessful attack to the southern end of Sitting Bull's village. Moylan was later a Medal of Honor winner for service against the Nez Perce. Fine association A.L.S. on Headquarters 7th U.S. Cavalry letterhead, 1p. 8vo., Fort Leavenworth, June 23, 1868 to Gen. George A. Custer, apparently lending Custer what was, at the time, a great deal of money. In full: "Dear Genl: Enclosed please find one hundred dollars. I have no small bills. Use what you want of it. M. Moylan". With holograph envelope addressed to Custer and showing that the letter (and money) was hand delivered. Fine.
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