ALS signed “Z. Taylor, Lt. Col., U. S. Army Comdg,” one page, 7.25 x 9.5, August 22, 1832. Letter to Captain Thomas Jesup, in full, “Presuming that the Compy Commanded by Capt. Barker might have to take the field against the hostile Indians (in which case it would be necessary for him to be with it, I have caused him to be relieved by Lt. Gwynne as Actg. Asst. Qr. Master at this place, who will continue to perform that duty, until you make some other arrangement.” Matted and framed with two engraved plaques and a portrait of Taylor to an overall size of 23.5 x 20.5. In very good to fine condition, with several intersecting folds, and a tear to the right edge barely touching the text. Known as the 'Father of the Modern Quartermaster Corps,' Jesup served 52 years in the military, one of the longest in the history of the United States Army. In 1836, Jesup was placed in command of all US troops in Florida during the Second Seminole War.
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