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Issac Shelby DS,

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Issac Shelby DS,
Issac Shelby DS,<p>commission for the KY militia, 21 Sept. 1815, 7.25 x 11.25", framed under glass. Isaac Shelby, although born in Virginia, spent several years before the Revolution conducting military surveys. During the War, much of his time was spent provisioning the frontier garrisons, often at his own expense. Later he was involved in establishing Kentucky's education system and drafting the state constitution before being elected Kentucky's first governor. Commission is also signed by Martin Davis Hardin, who was both a state representative and a U.S. Senator from Kentucky, serving as Secretary of State 1812-16.<p>Usual folds, light toning. Not removed from frame for examination.