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French Ministry of War 1791 Discharge Certificate

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Autographs Start Price:325.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 800.00 USD
French Ministry of War 1791 Discharge Certificate
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France, 1791. Discharge Certificate issued to Antoine Lafond (31 years of age) by the French War Commissioner, allowing him to leave his calvary regiment, the Royal Dragons (Dragoons). At top center is illustrated the French royal crest, and to the left is a red wax seal that is difficult to read and has some damage. The permanent discharge was approved by the commander of the Royal Dragoons regiment, David Maurice Champouliès de Barrau de Muratel (1742-1827), who later went on to become a general in the French Royal Army during the Revolution. This document is fascinating because it was issued in February of 1791, when the turmoil of the French Revolution was well underway. As Lafond was a member of the Royal Dragoons, and this document was approved by the Lieutenant General of the King's armies, it is possible that this regiment saw, or went on to see, some action against revolutionary forces in this period. Very Rare and unique piece from Revolutionary-era France, enriched with military history.