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This second item is also a philatelic event cover—this one tied to the Washington Bicentennial (1732–1932) and specifically Fort Lee, New Jersey. What it is • Cachet/Design: “WASHINGTON BICENTENNIAL 1732–1932” with an image panel and caption “WASHINGTON AT FORT LEE”. • Text at bottom (theme): It references Washington at Fort Lee (historically connected to the Revolutionary War period) and notes the cachet was sponsored in commemoration by the Mayor and Council of Fort Lee, N.J., Dec. 17th, 1932. • Postmark: FORT LEE, N.J. — DEC 17, 1932 — 5:30 PM • Stamps: Two 1¢ Washington stamps (for a total of 2¢ postage), tied by the wavy cancel. • Addressed to: Mr. F. W. Thomas, 777 Onderdonk Avenue, Ridgewood, L.I. (Long Island designation)