DS as president, one page, 16 x 20, July 22, 1869. President Grant appoints Franklin J. Drake to the position of “ensign in the Navy.” Signed at the conclusion in black ink by Grant and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy, George M. Robeson. In fine condition, with two small spots of toning to text, a few small wrinkles and Grant’s signature a shade light, but completely legible. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
