"May You Ever Lead a Life Distinguished for Noble Deeds" (Page 1 of 1)

Dear Pittman

My earnest wish is for your happiness and prosperity, and may you ever lead a life distinguished for noble deeds, and true greatness, and may you ever be an earnest supporter of the glorious “Southern Confederacy.”

Truly your friend & fellow student

E. Pendleton Major
C.S.A.

University of Virginia 
April 19th 1861