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GREENE, NATHANIEL

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GREENE, NATHANIEL
(1742-1786) American Revolutionary General who served with distinction as Quartermaster General and later commanding the Southern Department, successfully thwarting British efforts to subdue the southern states. Rare war-date A.D.S. "Nath'l Greene", 1p. 16mo., Providence, Feb. 2, 1779, a receipt reading in part: "…Received of the Gen'l Treasurer two pounds three shillings in full for the Interest of 2 State Notes at 6 pct. 2 years, & the same is indorsed on the said notes…". Expertly inlaid, very good condition with a fine, bold signature.