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Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson) (1822-1885) Commission for Colon Augur (c/s Wm. Belknap [War])

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01246 Author/Creator: Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson) (1822-1885) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Document signed Date: 28 January 1874 Pagination: 1 p. : vellum ; 49.7 x 39.9 cm. Order a Copy

Commision for Colon Augur to become the first lieutenant in second regiment of calvary. Signed by Grant in purple ink. With large blue paper seal on top left of document.

Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885

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