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War of 1812 Soldier's Land Grant by James Monroe

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War of 1812 Soldier's Land Grant by James Monroe
<B>War of 1812 Soldier's Land Grant Signed by President James Monroe,</B></I> one page, 13.5" x 9.75", Washington, D.C., April 2, 1818, countersigned by Joshua Meigs, Commissioner of the General Land Office. This partially printed vellum document grants three hundred and twenty acres in Illinois to former private Statham Hinkley of the 11th Infantry Regiment. Illustrated with an engraving showing a uniformed soldier receiving a grant from Columbia. Very bold Monroe signature. Overall staining does not detract from the appearance as the document remains attractive and suitable for display. <I>Ex. Henry E. Luhrs Collection.</B></I><BR><BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Flat Material, Small (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)