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Dr. Mary E. Walker

Medal of Honor

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DR. MARY WALKER

Dr. Walker was a Civil War surgeon who served in the Union forces. For her exploits during the conflict, she was awarded the medal of honor. The cachet is very effective and shows her in portrait, complete with plumed hat. Handpainted, background colors are blue and gray which were chosen for their symbolic importance. From the official city df Oswego, N.Y., a hand cancel "First Day of Issue" was used on a single. On an additional single, the unofficial used was Union, N.J. which is a good related cancel. An interesting cover. Item No. 0501 - $5.50