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Virginia: Benjamin Harrison Handwritten Letter Signed

Virginia: Benjamin Harrison

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Virginia: Benjamin Harrison

Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Virginia (1726–1791) who was the father of President William Henry Harrison and great-grandfather of President Benjamin Harrison. ALS signed “Benj. Harrison,” one page, 6.25 x 7.5, May 18, 1782. Letter written as governor of Virginia concerning the legislative assembly, in full: “I this moment rec’d the enclosed which I take the liberty of sending to the assembly supposing it would be agreeable as it contradicts the disagreeable report of the morning.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

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