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Partly-printed DS, one page, 11.75 x 18, November 30, 1863. Discharge certificate issued to "Acting 3d Asst. Engineer A. L. Churchill," in part: "The war for the preservation of the Union having, under the beneficent guidance of Almighty God, been brought to a successful termination, a reduction of the Naval force becomes necessary. Having served with fidelity in the United States Navy from the 13th day of June 1863 to the present date, you are hereby discharged with the thanks of the Department." Signed at the conclusion in ink by Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles. The lower left bears an embossed seal, and the upper portion features a handsome maritime engraving. In very good to fine condition, with small stain, light creasing, and tape reinforcements to fold separations.
From the collection of Mark S. Robbins.
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