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Noted Surveyor, Mapped out the American West
ABERT, John James (1788-1863). American cartographer, western surveyor, naturalist. and headed the Soldier enlisted in the D.C. military during the War of 1812. Private in the D.C. Militia for the defense of Washington. He headed the Topographical Engineers for 32 years and his Corps included J.C. Fremont. Very scarce signature at the bottom portion of a letter signed. “J.J. Abert Col. Corps..” In excellent condition...........................$595.00
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