General in Continental Army; organized and trained the undisciplined forces at Cambridge before the Battle of Bunker Hill. DS, signed “W. Heath,” one page, 7.5 x 12, Commonwealth of Massachusetts letterhead, June 7, 1808. Heath, acting as Judge of Probate, appoints an administrator to the estate of Abner Turner. In fine condition, with scattered light toning, a bit heavier to folds and a few spots. R&R COA.
