Former slave who lent his eloquently powerful voice to the abolitionist movement. DS, signed “Fred’k Douglass” on the 3.5 x 8.5 back panel, three pages, 8.5 x 10.5, May 19, 1883. Release agreement between Albert A. Wilson and William T. Dewdney. Signed on the docket signed “Fred'k Douglass,” as Recorder of Deeds for the District of Columbia. In good condition, with fold separations and repairs and light overall toning, not affecting panel bearing signature. R&R COA.