Samuel Griffin Autograph Letter Signed
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Revolutionary War colonel (1746-1810) in the Continental Army, who was an aide-de-camp to General Charles Lee, and was wounded at the Battle of Harlem Heights. ALS signed "Saml Griffin," one page, 8 x 9.75, August 8, 1802. Handwritten letter of introduction sent to Nicholas Low, in part: "From the well known politeness and attention of your good lady & Yourself, to strangers who may visit your City, I take the liberty to recommend to your notice & civility, Mr. & Mrs. Wickham of Virginia, who are known in N York. Mr. Wickham is a gentleman…of fortune & one of our most respectable Law Counselors." Addressed on the integral leaf in Griffin's hand. In fine condition, with seal-related paper loss to the integral address leaf, slightly affecting the left edge of the letter.
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Samuel Griffin Autograph Letter Signed
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