French Revolutionary general (1753–1800) who was left in command of the French forces in Egypt when Napoleon returned to Paris. He was assassinated by a student in Cairo on June 14, 1800. Scarce LS in French, signed “Kleber,” one page, 8 x 12, engraved Kleber General en Chef letterhead, March 1, 1800. Untranslated letter ordering the pay master to make a payment of 4500 livres. Signed at the conclusion by Kleber and countersigned by four others. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered light toning and soiling, heavier to top portion, rough left edge, and a couple of small pencil and typed notations to edges. Accompanied by an engraved portrait. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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