JOURDAN TO THE ARMY OF ITALY, 1800 - "Proclamation by Genera - Lot 356

JOURDAN TO THE ARMY OF ITALY, 1800 - "Proclamation by General JOURDAN Minister Extraordinary of the French Republic, in Piedmont, to the Piedmontese People" - TURIN 2 brumaire an 9 (24 Oct. 1800) - "Friends of Liberty, to whose Patriotism and intentions I am pleased to publicly do justice, misinterpreting the decree of the FIRST CONSUL, dated 20 fructidor year 8, have thought to see, in its provisions, grounds for concern about the future fate of Piedmont. Skilled at taking advantage of this circumstance, and quick to slander the views of the French Government, perfidious men were quick to sow alarm in all minds...". Small Vignette. Printed in TURIN, by the Imprimerie Nationale. Board (48 x 42) Condition B.