Ulysses S. Grant Mexican-American War Signed from Mexico! Rare and Pristine
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Ulysses S. Grant Mexican-American War Signed from Mexico! Rare and Pristine
1p, measuring 8" x 4", Camp at Camargo, dated August 29, 1846. Signed "US Grant 2d Lt 4th Infy A.A.G.M." The document in an invoice of "Clothing this day turned over by Lieut. U.S. Grant 4th Infy A.A.G.M. to Lieut. Jo Beaman 4th Infy. Viz 17, Seventeen Pairs Laced Boots." With flattened folds and an uneven lower edge. Faint foxing throughout. Boldly signed by Grant.
At the time, Grant was serving in the Mexican-American War and distinguished himself as a capable and daring soldier. He initially served as regimental quartermaster but was finally given a combat role when he lead a charge at the Battle of Resaca de la Palma on May 9, 1846.
This item comes with a Certificate from John Reznikoff, a premier authenticator for both major 3rd party authentication services, PSA and JSA (James Spence Authentications), as well as numerous auction houses.
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