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1717 Fort George, Colonial New York Military Appointment
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ROBERT HUNTER (1664-1734). Royal Colonial Governor of New York and New Jersey (1710-20).
January 31, 1717-Dated Early Colonial Manuscript Document Signed, “Ro(bert). Hunter” as Governor of New York, 1 page, measuring 12.5” wide x 8.25” tall, and professionally ornately matted and framed to 17” x 20” shown through special UV Plexiglas, Very Fine. This original Manuscript Document, is headed: “Robert Hunter Esqr. Captain General and Governor in Charge of the Provinces of New York, New Jersey and Territories thereon Depending in America and Vice Admiral of the Same, etc.”, being the Military Appointment of, "Jeronimus Rappelye, to be Lieutenant of that Company of Militia of Kings County...". An Embossed Seal within the paper at upper right remains clearly visible.
Boldly written in deep brown on laid period paper being in much nicer quality than early documents of this era are typically encountered, with some expected folds and light toning, and scattered water drop spotting, which is still nice for display. A very rare, rather remarkable quality, New York military document being dated in 1717. Boldly Signed, “Ro: Hunter” in deep brown measuring a large 3” long with his flourish below, at the conclusion. Provenance Ex: EAHA Auction December 16, 2011 where it sold for $1,575 (unframed). Robert Hunter was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1664. He began his career in the British military, rising to the rank of Captain in the British Army.
Hunter served as the Governor of the Province of New York from 1710 to 1719. During his tenure, he worked to improve relations with Native American tribes and implemented reforms to strengthen the colonial economy.
In addition to his role as Governor of New York, Hunter also served as Governor of the Province of New Jersey from 1710 to 1720. He played a key role in overseeing the merger of the two provinces under a single administration.
Hunter was known for his efforts to combat piracy in the Atlantic Ocean. He authorized naval expeditions to pursue and capture pirates operating in the waters off the American colonies.
After his governorship, Hunter returned to England and continued to serve in various governmental and military capacities. He died in London in 1734.
Robert Hunter is remembered for his contributions to colonial governance and his efforts to address issues such as piracy and economic development in the American colonies. Several places in the United States are named in his honor, including Hunterdon County in New Jersey.