Major general in the Continental Army (1733-1810) during the American Revolutionary War, known as the officer who formally accepted the British surrender at Yorktown. Partly-printed DS, signed “B. Lincoln,” one page, 9.5 x 5, June 1, 1804. As Collector of the port of Marblehead, Lincoln signs to attest that one “Cask of Wine numbered and marked as per margin, containing Fifty Six gallons” was imported from Bordeaux.” Framed to an overall size of 10.5 x 6, which is in turn affixed to a frame along with an engraved portrait and small plaque to an overall size of 28 x 18.5. In fine condition, with a trivial crease passing through a single letter of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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