DS as president, one page, 10.5 x 7, April 8, 1841. Tyler appoints Edward Simpson as Midshipman in the United States Navy. Simpson would go on to serve as Lt. Commander aboard the Passaic and would eventually become a Rear Admiral. Scattered toning and soiling, two vertical document folds and a nice signature, otherwise fine condition. COA John Reznikoff/University Archives and RRAuction COA.
