Lot 1119
1776 (Aug. 26) "On the Service of the Commonwealth" by Express, manuscript endorsement on folded cover with additional "By Express" at bottom, addressed to "Capt. Nicha. Cabbel of the 2d. Batton. of Minute Men now in Amherst (Virginia)", docketing on flap reads "Col. Charles Lewis to Capt. Nicholas Cabell - afterward Col. Aug. 26th 1776 Express (II)", part of contents that is included discusses the need for supplies to be brought by reinforcements; splitting and wear, tear at center crudely repaired, Fine.
Estimate 1,000 - 1,500
A RARE REVOLUTIONARY WAR USAGE CARRIED BY MILITARY EXPRESS.
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