Manuscript DS, signed “R. M. Williamson, Capt. Commanding,” one page, 7.5 x 4.5, September 13, 1835. Certification reads, in full: “I do hereby certify that Charles Smith [Smith’s name filled in by Williamson] has served as a private in the permanent volunteer company of the Texas militia and as such discharged his duty for Fifty days under my command in Col. Moors Batalion [sic].” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Williamson. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a couple lightly affecting signature, mild toning and foxing, and some light mirroring of ink to bottom portion of sheet. Smith took part in the siege of Bexar, and re-enlisted in December of 1835 for an additional four months, perishing at the Alamo. The Robert Davis Collection. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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