Manuscript DS, signed “James Monroe” as president and “John Quincy Adams” as secretary of state, one page, 9.75 x 15.25, June 25, 1822. President Monroe appoints Henry Dearborn "as our Envoy Extraordinary…at the Court of His Most Faithful Majesty the King of the United Kingdom of Portugal Brazil and Algarves." Crisply signed at the conclusion by President Monroe and boldly countersigned by Secretary of State Adams. The white paper seal affixed to the left side is soiled by fully intact. In very good condition, with overall rippling and staining (affecting appearance but not readability), and old tape to the top and bottom edges. Henry Dearborn, an esteemed Revolutionary War soldier, statesman, and former Secretary of War, had served under both George Washington and Benedict Arnold during the war for America's independence. He would serve as US minister to Portugal until June 1824. A significant association piece, signed by a desirable presidential pair.
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