Raynors HCA 2015-02
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HULL, Isaac (1773-1843). Historic War of 1812 Hero and Celebrated United States Navy Commander of the Frigates, USS Chesapeake, USS President, and USS Constitution (Old Ironsides). Official 8" x 10" United States Naval Manuscript Letter Signed, "I(saac) Hull USN" at Washington, with Integral stampless "Free" Franked cover,December 27, 1837, this folded Letter was written and signed by Commodore Isaac Hull of the United States Navy. This Letter was mailed and Postmarked in red in "Washington City," and was sent to Dr. B. T. Magill in Philadelphia. Isaac Hull tells Dr. Magill that his name has been entered at the Navy Department on the list for Assistant Surgeon, and that he should be one of the first appointments. At its conclusion, the Letter is Signed, "J. Hull usn." (Apparently Dr. Magill was appointed as Asst. Surgeon of the Ship "Ohio.") Very good condition.
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