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Declaration of Independence signer, Richard Henry Lee autograph letter signed ''Richard Henry Lee'' to Brigadier General George Weedon. The founding father signs a second time, after the postscript: ''R.H. Lee.'' Datelined Westmoreland, Virginia, 1 August 1781, letter reads in part: ''...Since the country was first invaded by [Benedict] Arnold we have had a string of lookouts from the lower to the upper end of this county...'' Lee further describes the local militia's efforts and asks for instructions on two captured deserters. Three pages on card-style stationery measures 7.25'' x 9''. Seal hole on address leaf and toning, else near fine.