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Original 1847 James K. Polk Military Bounty Land Patent
An original United States General Land Office military bounty land patent issued at Washington on January 9, 1847, during the administration of President James K. Polk.
This desirable federal land patent granted 160 acres in the Jeffersonville Land District of Indiana to Mary Colson and Elizabeth Colson, identified in the document as the only heirs at law of James Colson, deceased.
James Colson served as a Private in Captain Leigh's Company, 1st Regiment of United States Infantry, and the land was issued under the Acts of Congress providing bounty lands to veterans of the War of 1812 and subsequent legislation.
Document Details
Original General Land Office patent
Dated January 9, 1847
President James K. Polk administration
Military Warrant No. 27,377
Issued to the veteran's heirs
160 acres in Indiana
Beautiful embossed General Land Office seal
Original recording endorsements on reverse
Historical Importance
Military bounty land patents document the federal government's practice of rewarding military service with western lands. Because this patent identifies the heirs of a deceased soldier, it is especially valuable for genealogy and military history research.
Condition
Very good antique condition with original folds, light age toning, and minor handling wear. The embossed General Land Office seal is exceptionally well preserved. Reverse bears period recording and delivery endorsements.
Guaranteed authentic United States General Land Office military bounty land patent—not a reproduction.
