DS as president, signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 15.25 x 19, January 27, 1911. President Taft appoints Kent Nelson to the rank of “Major in the Medical Corps.” Signed at the conclusion in black ink by Taft and countersigned by his Secretary of War, Jacob Dickinson. In fine condition, with a couple mild storage folds and some scattered light toning. R&R COA.