Admiral who fought in both the War of 1812, Mexican War and Civil War. One page war-dated document, 8 x 10, Navy Department letterhead, dated May 4, 1864. Document appointing a 2nd Assistant Engineer in the navy, signed by the navy’s chief clerk. Endorsed at the bottom in black ink, “Forwarded, D. G. Farragut,” as well as by three other officials. In very good condition, with even overall toning, several horizontal folds and some light wrinkling. R&R COA. Featured collection item.
