Governor of Virginia (1744-1808) from 1802 to 1805, and, previously, a Representative in the first four Congresses. LS signed “John Page Lt. Govr,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9.5, May 29, 1779. Page writes to Major General Benjamin Lincoln. In part: “We have long seen that the most vigorous exertions were necessary but embarrassed as we were with demands for our Quota of Continental Troops for considerable numbers employed in…expeditions to awe or chastise the Savages & for Garrisons for several Posts on our Frontiers…I am to inform you, that, from Col. Mason’s return who is to command the Militia ordered to join you not more than Seven Hundred men can be depended on for that purpose.” In very good condition, with paper loss from wax seal to left edge, affecting a few words of text, intersecting folds, several through signature, and scattered toning and soiling. RRAuction COA.
