Title:
Stephen D. Lee Inscribed Cut Signature | Confederate Lieutenant General & Educator | PSA/DNA Certified Authentic Auto | Certification #85882327

Description:
Original inscribed cut signature of Stephen Dill Lee (1833-1908), Confederate lieutenant general and later president of the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Mississippi (now Mississippi State University). Written in brown ink on a lined paper segment, the inscription reads:

"Yours Respectfully
S. D. Lee
Lieut. Genl."

The autograph is boldly penned with excellent clarity, featuring Lee's signature accompanied by his military rank, adding historical appeal beyond a signature alone. The paper exhibits expected age toning consistent with its nineteenth-century origin. The reverse displays faint offsetting and light traces of previous mounting, typical of period autograph albums and preserved correspondence. The piece has been professionally authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA for long-term preservation and display.

Historical Context:
Stephen D. Lee was one of the youngest lieutenant generals in the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. He served with distinction in the Western Theater under Generals P. G. T. Beauregard, John C. Pemberton, and John Bell Hood, participating in major campaigns including Vicksburg, Atlanta, and Franklin-Nashville. Following the war, Lee became a respected educator and administrator, serving as the first president of the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Mississippi from 1880 to 1899. He was also active in veterans' organizations, serving as commander-in-chief of the United Confederate Veterans. Autographs including his military title are especially desirable, reflecting the rank by which he became best known in American history.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
The autograph has been authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA as Authentic Auto. The PSA/DNA certification number is 85882327, as displayed on the slab label. The tamper-evident PSA holder provides secure long-term preservation while allowing both the front and reverse of the historic cut to be viewed.

• Additional Documentation & Provenance: At buyer’s request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional “Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate” signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.

Closing Appeal:
Featuring a courteous handwritten closing, Stephen D. Lee's signature, and his designation as "Lieut. Genl.", this PSA/DNA-authenticated autograph offers exceptional historical character and display appeal. Combining Civil War significance with Lee's influential postwar career in education, it is an outstanding addition to collections of Confederate history, military leadership, or authenticated nineteenth-century American autographs.

Shipping Notice:
For insurance purposes, items sold over $600 may require signature confirmation upon delivery. Higher-value items, likely over $1,500, are shipped via FedEx 2-Day with Direct Signature Confirmation. FedEx provides the most flexibility when requiring a signature, allowing you to make special delivery requests directly through their tracking system. This ensures both security and convenience for the buyer.