Lot 520
[Fenton, Robert E.] Military Appointment of Civil War Soldier. Document Signed ("R.E. Fenton"). Partially printed, accomplished in manuscript. One page, 16¾ x 10½", oblong, Albany, January 26, 1865. Countersigned by Adjutant General William Irvine. Being an appointment to John J. Coppinger for the New York State Volunteers. On vellum. State wafer seal intact and affixed at lower left corner. Recorder's signature at upper left corner. One vertical and three horizontal folds. Likely trimmed, there are a few minor stains and toning to edges. Still, in very good condition with a clear signature.
After serving in the Appomattox Campaign later in 1865, the named soldier, one John J. Coppinger rose in the ranks of the military and was appointed Captain by Presidents Lincoln and Johnson, Colonel from President Grant, Major by President Hayes, and Lieutenant by President Arthur (see Presidential section). Here, New York Governor Fenton names him as part of the New York State Volunteers, honoring his devote patriotism.
Estimated Value $25-UP.
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