RICHMOND VA. MAY 29 (1864) circular datestamp (Powell type 6m) with matching DUE 10 (type P) on cover to Saml D. Booker, Clarksville, Virginia with mandated soldier’s endorsement Priv. J.D. Booker, Co. “K” 34th Va. Regt. Ex Harry Muldrow. $100.

John D. Booker (1834-1913) was a 26-year-old farmer when he enlisted on May 15, 1861, at Ashland, Va., as a private in Co. B, Virginia 14th Cavalry. He also had service in Co. K, 34th Virginia Regiment.