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- Nov 26, 2016
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- central NC
Frederick Douglass (letter from 1857).
I thought it might be fun to look at the handwriting of some famous folks from the 19th century. I’ll start us off with a couple examples, but I need for others to contribute some as well. Let’s see if we think there is a connection between the handwriting of some of our famous Victorians and the personalities we have come to know.
The handwriting above is that of Frederick Douglass. I am most impressed with his penmanship. I think it reflects a man who cares, someone who takes pride in his work.
The check below was completed by my favorite general, James Longstreet. This makes me a little sad. The general died two years later at the age of 82. His health was failing and I do sense a tremble in his hand.
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