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Lot #300
William Seward

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American statesman (1801–1872) who served as secretary of state in the Lincoln administration and who was severely injured in an attack that was part of the assassination conspiracy. His greatest political achievement was the purchase of Alaska from Russia, derided by contemporary skeptics as “Seward’s Folly.” ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, Albany, April 5, 1849. Senator Seward writes to the secretary of the navy William Ballard Preston: “I comply with the wishes of friends, members of the Legislature of this state in transmitting to you the paper herewith included.” Light intersecting mailing folds, otherwise fine condition. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #337 - Ended September 17, 2008