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1869 William Belknap ANS Grant Secretary of War [FP.296]
1869 William Belknap ANS Grant Secretary of War [FP.296]

1869 William Belknap ANS Grant Secretary of War [FP.296]

$ 5.27

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Conflict: Civil War (1861-65)
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Modified Item: No
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days

    Description

    1869 note written and signed by William M. Belknap.  Belknap (1829-1890) serived as secretary of War 1869-1876, but was investigated for the sale of arms to France and eventually was forced out of office after corruption was discovered.  Belknap was impeached after his departure from office, but not convicted.  Note is mounted to album page at left; datelined Keokuk IA; brief personally oriented note of thanks probably addressed to General William Strong.
    This material comes from the Civil War autograph, manuscript and document collection formed by Frederick Peck and is guaranteed original and genuine.  Bid with confidence as I will stand 100% behind each item.
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