Partially printed on vellum with handwritten dates and information. Printed by the American Bank Note Co., New York. Upper eagle crest with a lower naval cartouche. Appointing William J. Lamdin as a chief engineer in the navy. The date of rank was October 1st, 1861 with a date of execution of March 31st, 1862. Signed by Abraham Lincoln as president, Gideon Welles as Secretary of the Navy and countersigned by William P. Moran, clerk of the Department of the Navy. William Jackson Lamdin entered naval service as Third Assistant Engineer on February 6th, 1851, he was promoted to Second Assistant Engineer on October 1st, 1852. later promoted to First Assistant Engineer on May 9, 1857. Promoted Chief Engineer, 1 October 1861 and was assigned to the steam sloop Powhatan with the Blockading Squadron. After the war, Mr. Lamdin continued in the navy on special duty in Baltimore, Maryland. He entered the U.S. Navy Retired List on June 29th, 1887. The Powhatan was decommissioned in 1886.

Commissioned in 1852, Powhatan was 253 feet long and one of the largest paddle-wheel steam warships in the United States Navy. Before the Civil War, she famously served as Commodore Matthew C. Perry’s flagship during his historic expedition to open Japan to foreign trade in 1854. 

Framed under glass.

Provenance:
William J. Lamdin, (1831–1888), recipient  .His son Edward D. Lamdin (1869–1954).His son Edward D. Lamdin (1902–1984) of Detroit/Berkley, MI.Presumably passed to one of Edward (1902)’s daughters (Lois or Janet)Collection of Lois Lamdin DavenportGifted by Bruce Davenport to a long time caregiver in recognition of her service to the family.

Dimensions:
H 19" W 15.25" Frame Size: H 19.75" W 16.25" Sheet is unmounted, sandwiched between a cardstock backing and the glass of the frame. Folding creases. Slight time staining at the edges. All writing is slightly faded (to be expected with the age) but clearly legible. Wear to the seal at the lower center. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

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