American politician (1753-1813) who served as both attorney general and secretary of state in George Washington's cabinet. DS, signed “Edm: Randolph,” one page, 8.25 x 13.25, May 9, 1794. Printed broadside of a Congressional act, headed, "Third Congress of the United States," beginning, "An Act providing for Raising and Organizing a Corps of Artillerists and Engineers." The document is signed in type by Speaker of the House Frederick Muhlenberg, Vice President John Adams, and President George Washington. Signed at the conclusion by Secretary of State Edmund Randolph. In fine condition, with light stains in the margins. This was the very first act of the US Congress to specifically call for organizing a corps of "Engineers," and marked the start of an important military policy that set aside resources for the defense of the seacoast.
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