War-dated LS signed “Jas. Monroe,” one page, 6.5 x 4.75, April 28, 1813. Department of State circular letter, in full: "The President having appointed John Mason, Esquire, of Georgetown, in the District of Columbia, commissary general of prisoners of War, including the superintending of alien enemies, you are requested to correspond with him, when necessary, on subjects connected with the objects of his appointment, and to observe his instructions in relation to the same, unless otherwise directed from this Department." Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 12.5 x 10.5. In fine condition. An important War of 1812 circular letter regarding enemy prisoners.
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