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JAMES BUCHANAN

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(1791 - 1868) Fifteenth President of the United States whose hands-off attitude toward states' rights directly contributed to the start of the Civil War. Fine free frank signature at top right of a black-bordered mourning cover, with wax seal on verso. Stamp cancel slightly intrudes upon Buchanan’s ‘J’, else light soiling and in very good condition.

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JAMES BUCHANAN

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116: Militaria & Autograph Auction 2026 Day 2

Mar 27, 2026 10:00 AM EDT

Elkton, MD, United States

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