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Franklin Pierce military appointment signed as President on 23 July 1856, countersigned by then Secretary of War Jefferson Davis. Prominently signed ''Franklin Pierce'', document appoints one George P. Shrie as 2nd Lieutenant in the 3rd Artillery Regiment. Partially printed document measures 14'' x 18.5'', framed to 40.5'' x 28''. Weighs 16 lbs. Toning and folds, one through signature, and light discoloration to upper left. Very good plus condition.