JONATHAN TRUMBULL, SR. * PSA * 16th CT Gov & Patriot AUTOGRAPH CUT Signed

THE FUTURE COLONIAL GOVERNOR OF CONNECTICUT WITH AN EXTREMELY RARE VARIANT SIGNATURE

Revolutionary War Patriot and Colonial Governor of Connecticut, JONATHAN TRUMBULL, SR. early authentic autograph cut signature dated 1759 removed from a document with a highly rare, early variant of the Trumbull family name, as "Jonth; Trumble, Col. of the 12th Regiment". According the online encyclopedia, Wikipedia, "The original spelling of Trumble was later changed for an unknown reason."

Trumbull, Sr. was appointed lieutenant colonel in Connecticut's militia in 1739 and was colonel of the 12th Connecticut Regiment during the French and Indian War, at the time of this signature.

"Brother Jonathan" Trumbull was a trusted friend and advisor of General George Washington throughout the Revolutionary period, dedicating the resources of Connecticut to the fight for independence. Washington declared him "the first of the patriots". When British General Thomas Gage sent Trumbull a request for assistance after the Battles of Lexington and Concord in April 1775, Trumbull refused and made clear his choice to side with the patriots, saying that Gage's troops would "disgrace even barbarians".

CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC BY PSA/DNA EXPERT EXAMINATION. UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED GENUINE - simply one of the finest TRUMBULL autographs available on the market. 

In fine condition is as shown, consistent with age, use and handling. Cut measures appx. 2.25" x 7.75" inside 5.5" x 12.5" encapsulate.

Own a remarkable, museum-quality piece of colonial American history! The perfect gift for the Revolutionary War collector, autograph enthusiast, or History buff. 

Sold as is, as shown.