The only colonial governor to side with the Americans during the Revolutionary War; Washington referred to him as “Brother Jonathan.” War-dated ALS signed “Jonth Trumbull,” one page, 8 x 11.25, March 29, 1776. Letter to Revolutionary War general Jedediah Huntington, who was a Colonel at the time. In part, “Roger informs of your arrival at Norwich soon after my leaving Town; I failed of seeing you as I could wish; tho’ our meeting must have occasioned both grievous and joyful passions…Is your regiment on the march, have many questions to ask, which must be omitted ‘till have the opportunity to have them answered.” Reverse bears an integral address panel in Trumbull’s hand to Huntington. In good condition, with heavier stock sheet affixed to lower portion of letter, scattered toning, a bit heavier at top edge, chipping and small tears to top edge, some minor fold separations and light soiling. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
