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Abraham Lincoln military commission signed as President during the Civil War, appointing a Second Lieutenant on 1 August 1864. Lincoln elegantly signs with his full signature ''Abraham Lincoln'' at lower right, countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. Vellum document measures 15.75'' x 19'', with intact green paper seal and military vignettes. Framed to 23.75'' x 28.25''. Some shadowing of seal from folding and light discoloration, overall in very good plus condition with an unusually bold signature by Lincoln.
Abraham Lincoln Civil War Military Commission Signed as President -- With Full ''Abraham Lincoln'' Signature
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