General Stanley H. Ford’s -William McKinley Signed Commission for 2nd Lieutenant – 1898

William McKinley Signed Commission for 2nd Lieutenant Stanley H. Ford – 1898. Gen. Ford began his military career on 1898, and joined his regiment, the 16th U.S. Infantry as a 2nd Lt.  The commission is boldly signed by President William McKinley, and Secretary of War, Russel Alexander Alger. At the top left is signed by Adjutant General Henry C. Corbin.

Some light wrinkling at the top with some light sporadic staining, overall great for framing. The bottom half inch  or so has been folded under and perhaps was framed at one time.

Complete, and fine for an important American Army officer who became a Lt. General in 1941.

Stanley Hamer Ford (1877 – 1961), began his military career as a 2nd Lieutenant in the 16th U.S. Infantry, then in Cuba, on July 9, 1898, and with subsequent promotions through the years, he made the rank of major general in March of 1936,  and retired a lieutenant general on January 31, 1941, after 43 years of service.  I have included a complete history for the General in the photograph section with each of the Ford losts offered.

His decorations include:  The DSM: “For exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services, as Chief of Staff of the 27th Division, he rendered valuable services in the operations of this division. by tireless energy, good judgment, and keen foresight he proved to be an important factor in the brilliant military operations of the 27th Division.”  In addition to, these other decorations and medals were awarded;   Officer of the Legion of Honor (France), Croix de Guerre with Palm (Belgium), Philippine Campaign Medal, Spanish War Service Medal, Victory Medal (4 clasps), Distinguished Service Medal (New York State), with Silver Star Citation, and the Cuban Pacification Medal.

There will be more of General Ford’s material, including medals, etc. in the following listings, and you are welcome to inquire about them.