Physician and feminist (1832–1919) who served as an assistant surgeon during the Civil War, was imprisoned by the Confederates, and won a Congressional Medal of Honor for Meritorious Service. Afterward she lectured on such issues as dress reform and women's suffrage, but did not support a proposed suffrage amendment, contending the right to vote was already contained in the Constitution. Ink signature, “The first woman who tried to vote. Mary E. Walker M.D.,” on an off-white 7 x 4.5 sheet. In very good condition, with several folds, scattered creases and wrinkles, and some mild toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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