76

(DISCHARGE FOR A BLACK SOLDIER)

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(DISCHARGE FOR A BLACK SOLDIER)
<b>76. (DISCHARGE FOR A BLACK SOLDIER) </b>A rare late war-date document 1p. 4to., October 24, 1865, Brownsville, TX., being a discharge certificate for Sargeant Fleetwood C. Anthony, Co. I, 29th Connecticut (Colored) Volunteers. Anthony enlisted in early 1864 and served faithfully with the regiment throughout during its serve in the front lines at Petersburg and was discharged while helping defending his country from French invasion via Mexico after the war. Signed by Capt. Joseph E. Lockwood who also served on the front at Petersburg. Minor soiling, else very good.<b> $300-500</b>