French statesman and officer who became an intimate associate of George Washington and advanced the American cause on both sides of the Atlantic. Envelope panel, 4.5 x 2.5, addressed in another hand to Governor Schulz of Pennsylvania, signed in the lower left corner in black ink 'Lafayette.' Panel has been inlaid to a 7 x 5 off-white card. In fine condition, with a light shade of toning and two light vertical folds. RRAuction COA.
