James Monroe Sends Instructions To Publish Laws Including the Declaration of War against Great Britain 
 
5th President of the United States, JAMES MONROE, hand-signed circular letter sent 6 months after the outbreak of the War of 1812. In his role as Secretary of State, Monroe signs this circular letter instructing the editor of the Public Advertiser to publish and "promulgate the laws of the present session of Congress". Among the laws passed by the 1812 session of Congress was the declaration of war against Great Britain. Signed by Monroe on handsome Department of State letterhead dated "Decr 6 1812". 
 
Sale includes accompanying original LOA from the highly-respected James Spence Authentication (JSA) who have thoroughly examined the document and certify its authenticity. UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED GENUINE.
 
Document measures 5.25"x6.25", overall mounted piece measures 7.25"x6". Document has been pasted to board by a previous collector. Several areas of paper loss including sections of the signature, as shown.
 
Own a remarkable, original piece of American history! The perfect gift for the Presidential collector, autograph enthusiast, or History buff. 
 
Sold as is, as shown.