Partly-printed DS, one page, 8 x 10.25, November 20, 1867. As Secretary of War ad interim, Grant informs John A. Campbell "that the President of the United States has appointed you, for gallant and meritorious services during the war, especially in the battle of Stone River, Tenn., a Captain by Brevet." In fine condition, with a light crease to the beginning of the printed text. Accompanied by an engraved portrait bearing a facsimile signature. Grant served as Secretary of War ad interim from August 12, 1867-January 13, 1868, during Edwin Stanton's suspension. Campbell had won a brevet brigadier general's rank during the war for many acts of bravery, and in 1869 was appointed by President Grant as the first governor of the Wyoming Territory; he later served as Assistant Secretary of State in Grant's administration.
This item is Pre-Certified by PSA/DNA
Buy a third-party letter of authenticity for
$100.00
*This item has been pre-certified by a trusted third-party authentication service, and by placing a bid on this item, you agree to accept the opinion of this authentication service. If you wish to have an opinion rendered by a different authenticator of your choosing, you must do so prior to your placing of any bid. RR Auction is not responsible for differing opinions submitted 30 days after the date of the sale.
