While a member of the House of Burgesses, he urged resistance to Great Britain in the disturbances leading to the Revolution. He served in the Continental Congress and the Virginia senate, and later he supported the U.S. Constitution. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 6.25, no date. The concluding page of a letter, containing six lines of text and a nice full signature. In full, 'but to prevent the establishment of a precedent destructive of our liberty what do you think of it? I have only now to assure you of my most affectionate attention to all your concerns and to beg our best love to our dear sister and Bro. Templar being at all time your affn. Friend and Brother.' Page has been professionally inlaid to a slightly larger size. In fine condition, with some light toning and spotting and a clean bold signature. COA John Reznikoff/University Archives and RRAuction COA.
