ALS signed “D. G. Farragut Comdt.,” one lightly lined page, 7.75 x 10, December 4, 1855. Farragut writes from the Mare Island Navy Yard in California to P. H. Langdon. In full: “You are hereby appointed Secretary to the Commandant of this yard, from this date.” Accompanied by an unsigned nineteenth-century portrait engraving. In fine condition, with usual folds and scattered toning. R&R COA.
