DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 19, March 5, 1901. President McKinley recognizes Raymond T. Rodgers and 'advances him five numbers in rank on the list of Commanders in the Navy for Eminent and Conspicuous Conduct in Battle.' Boldly signed at the conclusion by McKinley and countersigned by the Secretary of the Navy. In fine condition, with a light shade of toning and light wrinkling. RRAuction COA.