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Abraham Lincoln military commission signed as President, appointing Samuel B. Roney to the rank of Captain, signed on 1 March 1864. Vellum document features a prominent signature by Lincoln with his full name, ''Abraham Lincoln'', decorative military vignettes, and green paper seal. Countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. Measures 14.75'' x 18.375''. Folds including one through top of signature. Unusually bright vellum displays beautifully, in near fine condition.