Outstanding Lot of 3 Documents Pre Civil War Major Commission and letters of Samuel C. Lawrence in the 5th Regiment Infantry who eventually became Brigadier General of the 3rd. Brigade of the Massachusetts Militia, dated June 30th 1859. A great condition document on blue paper with tri fold ceases with a ink stain to rear not affecting front image. A hand written document about collecting money from soldiers to purchase a "Suitable Testimonial" his sword and epaulets, describing how much each had paid or failed to pay. Nice condition document with a ink stain to blank page fold. Also a copy of the speech letter when these items were presented to Lawrence. This document has several ink spots and two small holes. These documents were not opened since they were issued. The Commission document is signed and sealed by Nathaniel P. Banks Governor of Massachusetts. Measures 15-1/2" x 9-1/2"