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Thurman, Allen Granberry, 1813-1895 to George Bancroft

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02504.36 Author/Creator: Thurman, Allen Granberry, 1813-1895 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 June 1846 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 25.5 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy

Ohio Representative Thurman recommends Thomas Henry Looker for the position of midshipman to Bancroft, Secretary of the Navy. This document also includes Ohio Senator Allen's recommendation and signature.

Allen, William, 1803-1879
Bancroft, George, 1800-1891
Thurman, Allen Granberry, 1813-1895

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