Barons of the Ballpark
Abner Doubleday
Abner Doubleday was a U.S. Army officer and civil war hero, often mistakenly credited with inventing baseball in 1839. Although the claim is disputed, Doubleday's military career was notable, serving in key battles like Gettysburg. He later became a brigadier general. His legacy is tied to both American military history and the sport of baseball, despite controversies.
To Mr. Lowd
Care of Tiffany & Co.
Union Square, New York
Mendham, N.J.
March 11, 1886
Dear Sir,
The engraving on the edge of the Sumter Medal should be:
“Capt. A. Doubleday, U.S. Arty., April 12, 1861.”
I shall be at the Albemark Hotel on the 15th inst. to reside some weeks in N.Y. and will see you then.
Yours Truly,
A. Doubleday
