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Jefferson Davis document signed as Secretary of War on 4 February 1857, approximately five years before he became President of the Confederate States of America. This West Point document is printed on Department of War stationery and appoints a William H. Thomson as Cadet. Letter reads in part, ''You are hereby notified that the President of the United States has, this day, conditionally appointed you a Cadet...In January next, you will be examined before the Academic Board''. Four page card-style document measures 7.5'' x 9.25'', signed on the first page by Davis. Intersecting folds, minor staining on bottom of first page, easily framed out, and minor staining on other pages. Very good condition.
Jefferson Davis Document Signed as Secretary of War in 1857 -- Davis Tells West Point Student That ''...the President of the United States has...conditionally appointed you a Cadet...''
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