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This part-printed 1733 document declares that William Cosby, Esq. the \"Captain General and Governour in Chief of the Provinces of New-York, New-Jersey, and Territories theron depending in America\" has appointed \"Potor Vroman\" as Captain of a militia in Albany County, NY. The document is likely referring to Peter Vroman (1684-1771) who was was \"commissioned Ensign in 1731, and was promoted to Captain between that date and 1739\" according to William E. Roscoe\'s History of Schoharie County.
William Cosby (1690-1736) has signed: \"W Cosby\" at the lower right. He was a British Army officer and colonial administrator who served as provincial governor from 1732 to 1736. Cosby is considered one of the most oppressive governors in colonial history, his two major motivations being to defend British interests and build his private fortune. Consequently, he was not well-liked by his constituents, and in 1735 Cosby accused publisher John Peter Zenger of sedition and libel for publishing unflattering reports about him. Despite Cosby\'s efforts, Zenger was acquitted of all charges and the case helped to establish the concept of freedom of the press.
8 1/8\" x 12 5/8\". Document has been adhered to a stiff piece of cardstock.
Condition: Overall soil, chips at edges. Generally good condition.
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