(1767 - 1845) Seventh President of the United States, 'Old Hickory' became a national hero in his defense of New Orleans and as president encouraged Western expansion and paid off the national debt. Manuscript D.S. as President, 1p. roughly 24 x 28 in., Washington D.C., September 28, 1830, rare variation of a General Land Office grant with entirely handwritten letterhead and text. The grant entitles John Hall and James Smith, two Continental Army veterans of the Virginia Line. to land in Ohio near the area of 'Darby's Creek' for their military service. After a lengthy description of the location, Jackson boldly signs at the conclusion. Co-signed by Acting Commissioner of the General Land office JOHN M. MOORE. The text of the grant is faded yet still legible, a few scattered stains.