Signed 1907 USMC Discharge Col Green Clay Goodloe, Union Civil War General Aide

  

This is an original United States Marine Corps Paymaster discharge and final pay document dated July 8, 1907, issued at Headquarters, U. It finalizes the discharge and settlement of First Sergeant John Leonard after completing his enlistment and includes line-item breakdowns for pay, travel allowance, clothing settlement, and good-conduct considerations. The document carries multiple official ink stamps, including an August 24, 1907 Office of the Paymaster U. Marine Corps red stamp, and retains legible type throughout.

Most importantly, this piece is signed by Green Clay Goodloe, who would later retire as a Brigadier General in the U. His signature appears boldly at the bottom left in period fountain ink. About Brigadier General Green Clay Goodloe. Civil War Service (Union Army). Enlisted at age 17 in the 4th Kentucky Cavalry (Union).

Later served in the 23rd Kentucky Infantry. Served as Aide-de-Camp to Major General Green Clay Smith. Participated in multiple campaigns and engagements across the Western Theater. After the Civil War, Goodloe completed his education and entered the United States Marine Corps, where he spent decades in administrative, paymaster, and headquarters roles.

Commissioned during the post-war expansion period. Served in Washington and field billets across his career. Rose through the officer ranks to Colonel and Paymaster. Retired in 1909 with the rank of Brigadier General. Known for over 40 years of federal service across two wars and two branches.

Because of his dual-era service, Goodloe's autograph appeals to both Civil War and Marine Corps historians and collectors. Date: July 8, 1907 (with later August 24, 1907 Paymaster stamp). Subject: Final discharge and settlement for First Sergeant John Leonard. Rank at Signing: Colonel, Paymaster, U. Marine Corps (prior to Brigadier General promotion).

Format: Typed USMC form with signature in fountain ink. 8 x 10 inches (slightly smaller than modern letter). Condition: Expected age toning, fold line, and light edge wear from storage.

Ink and type remain crisp and readable. Please review photos for condition. Authentic documents signed by Green Clay Goodloe are uncommon, especially tied to official Marine Corps administrative actions during the early 20th century. This item connects three collecting worlds.

Union Army Civil War officers.