Lot n° 189
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Duke of BIRON, Louis Antoine de GONTAUT, Marshal of France i - Lot 189
Duke of BIRON, Louis Antoine de GONTAUT, Marshal of France in 1757 – Autograph letter signed “Le Mal Duke of BIRON” at VERSAILLES (78) on January 8, 1758. 1p in-4°: “I was delighted to receive my dear CHEVALIER after the incident on the 5th, about which I was very concerned. I was very pleased to learn that you are well, and equally pleased to see that all the general officers with whom you have served speak very highly of you. It is said that M. de SOUBISE feels the same way…’ He has taken steps to have you appointed Brigadier. ‘Continue to curry favor with M. de SOUBISE, who will surely grant you his protection…’ 1p in-4°
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