Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 14 x 18, June 12, 1879. President Hayes appoints William C. Forbush as a “Captain in the Fifth Regiment of Cavalry.” Signed at the conclusion by Hayes and countersigned by Secretary of War George W. McCrary. Retains the blue seal affixed to the upper left. Matted and framed to an overall size of 19 x 23. In fine condition, with some moderate rippling to the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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