21 April 1887
Porter, Fitz-John, 1822-1901
Autograph manuscript signed
Title: [An autobiographical sketch]
Possibly written in New York City. Lists details of Porter's military service. Mentions various civilian careers. Notes "restoration to the army by President Cleveland under authority of act of Congress dated July 1 '86- Commission as Colonel dating back to May 14 1861. Placed on the retired list of the Army as Colonel July 7 1886." Records service as New York City Commissioner of Police 1884-1888.
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