He was elected to the Congress in 1775. Wolcott was not very active in Congress. He was more concerned with military affairs and suffered a bout with serious illness in 1776. He was not present for the occasion of the Declaration, but signed it some time later. DS, one page, 7.5 x 6, June 8, 1780. Pay voucher for two hundred pounds to be paid to General Wolcott, signed vertically in black ink by Wolcott. Expected folds, some mild toning, small pencil notation and light show through from docketing on reverse, otherwise fine condition. R&R COA.
