Civil War-dated partly-printed DS, signed “U. S. Grant, Maj. Gen. Comd'g Dept. of the Ten.,” one page, 17 x 10.25, January 21, 1863. Requisition voucher for pay, clothing, and subsistence for himself and four servants for the period of October 1, 1862, through December 31, 1862, amounting to a total of $1055.52. The document lists Grant's four servants—George, John, Jerry, and Dan—all of a "black" complexion and standing between 4' 11" and 5' 7" in height. In the lower left, Grant signs the document as Commander of the Department of the Tennessee, certifying a statement that he has been "actually in command of a Geographical Department or a separate Army in the field during the whole time charged." In fine condition, with light toning along the professionally reinforced folds.
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