Autographs
1793 Document Signed “DIAH MANNING” Connecticut

Drum Major of the Commander-in-Chief's Life Guard the Continental Army Unit to Protect George Washington
DIAH MANNING, drummer in the First Connecticut Regiment of the Continental Army during the American Revolution.
October 24, 1793-Dated, George Washington Presidenial Period, Manuscript Document Signed “Diah Manning,” who “beat the drum” for Major Andre’s march to the Gallows, a Pay Order, at Norwich (Connecticut), Very Fine. This is a very rare original Manuscript Pay Order Signed, “DIAH MANNING,” measuring 5” x 8” with folds, boldly written and easily readable, clear in very nice overall condition.

Dian Manning (1760-1815) of Norwich, was a drummer in the First Connecticut Regiment of the Continental Army during the American Revolution. At Valley Forge he was appointed as Drum Major of the Commander-in-Chief's Life Guard, a most prestigious military unit composed of the very best Continental Army soldiers, and charged with the protection of General George Washington. He served in that historic Life Guard unit from 1776-1780. Manning was also one of the attendants of British Major John Andre, during his captivity and trial. He actually “beat the drum” for Major Andre’s march to the gallows for execution. In later years, he was well known in Norwich for his close association with George Washington.

See Subject: The Commander-In-Chief's Guard - List of known Guards of George Washington (http://www.sons-of-liberty-sar.org/listguards-5.jpg) Transcribed by Janice Farnsworth

Diah Manning (1760-1815) - Fifer - Service 1776-1783 - 19th Mass. Reg. - Promoted to Drum Major. A very, very rare signature.