FINISTÈRE. AN 3. COMITÉ DE SALUT PUBLIC. (Disette des SABOTS - Lot 222

FINISTÈRE. AN 3. COMITÉ DE SALUT PUBLIC. (Disette des SABOTS pour l'Armée) - Extract from the Registre des délibérations du Comité de Salut Public de la Convention Nationale du 15 Brumaire An 3 (1794), members: COCHON, MERLIN de Douai, GUYTON, PRIEUR, THURIOT, CARNOT et CAMBACÉRÈS. Vignette "Soyez dignes d'être Républicains". "Instructed that the dearth of clogs is felt throughout the republic, and considering that this type of footwear is generally in use and a very great resource during the harsh season; considering that in addition to domestic consumption, the supply of one million pairs of clogs ordered by the decree of 3 fructidor for garrison service, can only be achieved by extraordinary manufacture; adopts (in 4 articles). "1°) Timber ordinarily used to make clogs is requisitioned throughout the republic, as are all manufacturers...". - Printed in BREST, by Audran, Printer of the National Representation. Cupboard (49 x 38) Condition A