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 Height: 25.5 cm, Width: 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.
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