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Cédula de Retiro, Jan

1825
MS 240
Collection Guide
Army Discharge for Manuel Paredes, 1825

One printed form completed in manuscript. The army discharge is for Manuel Paredes, first Provincial head of the Columa de Granaderos. It is signed by Jose Moran with his title "El Marq. de Vivanco," and dated January 22, 1825. An engraving of an eagle and cactus depicts the official emblem.

Included materials:
Manuscript
Subject Area:
Mexico
Military
Mexican
Collection Area:
Borderlands

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