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7th Cavalry Document Signed

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7th Cavalry Document Signed
<B>7th Cavalry Partially Printed Document Signed,</B></I> "<I>F.M. Gibson</B></I>" and "<I>Elmer Otis</B></I>", one page with docketing, 8.25" x 7.5", Fort Rice, Dakota Territory, April 5, 1878. A SPECIAL REQUISITION itemizing clothing for the Indian Scouts. Francis Marion Gibson served under Captain Benteen as 1st Lieutenant of "H" Company during the Battle of Little Bighorn on June 25, 1876. Elmer, a Lieutenant colonel, succeeded Custer as commander of the 7th Cavalry. Light even toning, one fold. Fine condition. <BR><BR><B>Important notice