Lot 683
Frederick, Duke of York (Frederick Augustus Hanover) (1763-1827) Son of George III; Commander in Chief of the British Army (1798-1809, 1811-27). Letter signed ("Frederick / Commander in Chief"), 1p, 8¾ x 7 in., Horse Guards, 1 July 1815. Invoking the name of the Prince Regent and His Majesty (George III); Frederick notifies Captain Dixon that he is receiving a medal struck in commemoration of the British victory at the Battle of Detroit. Matted with an image and framed to 12 x 15 in. Fine. American general William Hull was censored for surrendering Detroit to the British on 16 Aug. 1812.
Estimated Value $250 - 300.
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