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Lot #139
Dreyfus Affair: Ferdinand Walsin Esterhazy

Scarce letter from the ‘real’ culprit in the Dreyfus Affair

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Scarce letter from the ‘real’ culprit in the Dreyfus Affair

French military officer (1847–1923) who was the actual perpetrator of the act of treason of which Captain Alfred Dreyfus was wrongfully accused and convicted in 1894. ALS in French, one page, lightly-lined, 5.25 x 8.25, no date. Untranslated letter to a gentleman. In very good condition, with tape-repaired separation to horizontal mailing fold (passing through top of the signature), some stray ink marks to the signature area, and light soiling to borders. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Civil War Auction
  • Dates: #412 - Ended July 25, 2013