Amherst Securities LP
Amherst Securities Group Underwrites New Issue Deal for FHLB

8.5-year; non-call 6-month; Step-up
Pricing Date

February 27, 2004

Settlement Date March 24, 2004
Structure 8.5-year; non-call 6-month
First Call Date

September 24, 2004 with quarterly calls thereafter

Maturity September 24, 2012
Payment Dates Each September 24th and March 24th
  beginning September 24, 2004
First Coupon 3.00%
Coupon Structure 3.00% for 1.5 years; 5.50% thereafter
Size $15 million
Issuer Federal Home Loan Bank System
CUSIP 3133X4R29
Currency USD