Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 19, May 19, 1908. President Roosevelt appoints Edward H. Campbell as “Lieutenant, junior grade, in the Navy…in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt, and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Victor H. Metcalf. Embossed blue Navy Department seal remains affixed to center of lower vignette. In fine condition, with moderate overall rippling. Documents relating to the Navy, one of Roosevelt’s greatest passions, both before and during his presidency, remain exceedingly sought-after. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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