Commander in chief of the French army from 1914–1916; hailed as the savior of France for his victory at the Marne. Manuscript DS, in French, signed “J. Joffre,” one page, 8 x 11.5, January 20, 1906. Untranslated document signed at the conclusion by Joffre as the general director. Reverse of second integral page is affixed to an identical size scrapbook page. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, a mild shade of toning, and a small pencil notation near signature. RR Auction COA.
