3¢ star-die entire (U27) tied neat GREENVILLE C.H. S.C. MAY 21 (1861) cds to Genl. S. McGowan, Abbeville C.H., S.C.,content docketing of Col. E.P. Jones (likely Ervine P. Jones of SC 2nd Infantry), small sealed back flap tear, fresh and Very Fine CSA Use of US Postage, ex-Kohn, J. Hill, and R. Murphy. $250.

Samuel McGowan served 13 years in the S.C. Statehouse and served as staff captain during the Mexican War. In 1861, he was a Major General of militia and commanded a brigade at the reduction of Fort Sumter. He was promoted to brigadier general in 1863, wounded four times, and surrendered with Gen. R.E. Lee at Appomattox.