Patrick Henry Autograph Document Signed                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             (1736-1799) American Revolutionary leader, with Jefferson and Lee initiated the Committee of Correspondence, member of the Continental Congress, remembered for his famous quote "Give me liberty, or give me death! Rare war-date Autograph Document Signed , 1p. 16 mo., dated June 3, 1777, in full: "Received One hundred and Ten Pounds being the Balance of my Salary due the 29th March last for the third Quarterly Payment P. Henry". Text is light but legible with the signature being strong, some glue show-through from verso with a corner chip reattached; overall good.  On the verso appears a receipt from the same date for one pound, 18 shillings: "...for the use of Paul Washington for Boarding three Prisoners of War...".  Signed by one William Cowper.  During the war, Henry served as a first  post-colonial Governor of Virginia, from 1776-79, an office he held again from 1784-86.  Here he received his pay. Conservation framed with engraving so that both sides can be seen. Autograph: Patrick Henry Document Type: Autograph Document Signed Framed Dimensions:  13 " x  15 " Price: SOLD Shipping/Handling:   Please note: When you add an item to your cart, the price includes DOMESTIC shipping and handling fees. Email us for INTERNATIONAL rates prior to buying. You can pay by PayPal or your own credit card. For more information, please review our terms and policies on our FAQ's page. Home - Historical Figures - Miscellaneous - Patrick Henry