Fine Books and Manuscripts

A group of 3 General Orders relating to Abraham Lincoln's death, comprising: General Orders, No. 67. War Department. Adjutant General's Office. Washington, April 16 1865. 8vo (184 x 130 mm). Single sheet, disbound. Announces the death of Abraham Lincoln and the ascension of Andrew Johnson to the Presidency. - General Orders, No. 69. War Department. Adjutant General's Office. Washington, April 17, 1865. 8vo (183. X 130 mm). Single sheet, disbound. Announces the closure of the War Department in observation of Abraham Lincoln's funeral. - General Orders, No. 72. War Department. Adjutant General's Office. Washington, April 20, 1865. 8vo (184 x 126 mm). Single sheet, disbound. Names the General Officers and Guard of Honor to accompany Lincoln's remains from Washington to Springfield. - Together, 3 sheets, condition generally fine.