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American Revolution general who led the militia in the Battle of Long Island. When captured by the British, he was ordered to utter ‘God save the King!’ Instead, according to legend, he defiantly replied: ‘God save us all!’ He was slashed, and died of his wounds a few days later. Partly-printed DS, signed “Nathl Woodhull Presidt,” one page, 12.5 x 8.25, October 27, 1775. Woodhull appoints Daniel Waterbury “Ensign of the First Company of the Regiment of minute men of West Chester County.” Signed at the conclusion by Woodhull, and countersigned by Secretary Robert Benson. In good condition, with professional repairs and restoration to folds and areas of paper loss, intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and scattered toning, soiling, and foxing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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