Civil War General Oliver Otis Howard Signed Cut PSA - Founder of Howard Uni!

Title:
Oliver Otis Howard Signed Cut – Civil War Brigadier General – PSA/DNA Certified Authentic Auto

Description:
Presented here is a beautifully signed cut from Oliver Otis Howard, a prominent Union general during the American Civil War. The signature reads:

"O.O. Howard / Brigadier General / U.S. Army / Washington D.C. / Mar. 7, 1894"

Executed in fine black ink on cream-colored paper, the handwriting remains crisp and legible with a flowing flourish. Howard neatly inscribed not only his signature but also his rank, branch, location, and date—making this a particularly desirable and informative cut. The signed piece is encapsulated in a PSA slab for secure preservation and display.

Historical Context:
General Oliver Otis Howard (1830–1909) was a key Union military leader and one of the most significant figures in Reconstruction-era America. A graduate of West Point and a devout Christian, Howard lost his right arm at the Battle of Fair Oaks but returned to duty and rose in prominence under generals such as Sherman and Meade.

Following the war, Howard became the first commissioner of the Freedmen’s Bureau, where he worked to provide assistance, education, and protection to formerly enslaved individuals during Reconstruction. He later founded Howard University in Washington, D.C., which remains a leading historically Black university. His career left an enduring impact on both military and civil rights history.

This cut, dated March 7, 1894, places it in the final chapter of his life, when he was actively engaged in veteran affairs, education, and writing about his Civil War experiences.

Authentication & Encapsulation:
This autograph has been fully authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA, the industry leader in third-party authentication. The PSA label reads:

• "CUT – Oliver Otis Howard – PSA/DNA Certified – Authentic Auto"

• Certification Number: 85572092

Housed in PSA’s tamper-evident slab, the autograph is protected and ready for archival storage or display.

Closing Appeal:
This signed and inscribed cut from General Oliver Otis Howard offers collectors a direct connection to a pivotal military and humanitarian figure of the 19th century. With its full rank, date, and location details—combined with PSA/DNA certification—this piece is ideal for collectors of Civil War history, Reconstruction-era figures, or military autographs. A rare and meaningful relic from a man who fought for both Union victory and racial justice.