Ink signature, "R. E. Lee, Lt. Engrs.," on an off-white 2 x 1.25 slip. Double-matted and framed with a photo and plaque to an overall size of 13.5 x 16.5. In fine condition, with a slightly clipped upper left corner. Upon receiving his engineering degree in 1829, Lee was commissioned a brevet second lieutenant in the Corps of Engineers, serving in said formation for 26 years, or until 1855.
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