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Partly-printed DS, signed “James Madison" as president and "Jas. Monroe" as secretary of state, one page, 14.5 x 8.5, October 5, 1812. President Madison appoints Harvey Bestor as "Captain of Infantry in the first Legion of the Militia of the District of Columbia." Boldly signed at the conclusion in ink by President James Madison and countersigned by Secretary of State James Monroe. The white paper seal affixed at upper left remains intact. Handsomely matted and framed with a nameplate to an overall size of 24 x 20. In very good to fine condition, with a tear to the right edge, and a crease passing through the text, not affecting the signatures.
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