Caleb Strong (1745-1819). Massachusetts attorney and political leader during and after the American Revolution; active in the development of the US Constitution. Elected to the inaugural US Senate (1789-1796); twice served as Governor of Massachusetts (1800-1807, 1812-1816). Military commission signed as Governor of Massachusetts during the War of 1812, June 7, 1814, confirming John Johnson as Lieutenant colonel Commandant of the 5th Regiment, 2nd Brigade, 2nd Division of Massachusetts Militia. 10 x 16.75 in., framed to 13 x 19.5 in. Condition: Fold lines with small holes at intersections, scattered stains, and some ink transfer "burns." Not removed from frame for examination.
Caleb Strong (1745-1819). Massachusetts attorney and political leader during and after the American Revolution; active in the development of the US Constitution. Elected to the inaugural US Senate (1789-1796); twice served as Governor of Massachusetts (1800-1807, 1812-1816). Military commission signed as Governor of Massachusetts during the War of 1812, June 7, 1814, confirming John Johnson as Lieutenant colonel Commandant of the 5th Regiment, 2nd Brigade, 2nd Division of Massachusetts Militia. 10 x 16.75 in., framed to 13 x 19.5 in. Condition: Fold lines with small holes at intersections, scattered stains, and some ink transfer "burns." Not removed from frame for examination.
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