Hungarian statesman (1802–1894) who played a leading role in bringing parliamentary government to that country. After abdicating his briefly held post as regent-president in the turmoil that followed the ascension of Emperor Franz Joseph in 1848, the fugitive leader made a successful tour of Britain and the United States. ALS signed “L. Kossuth,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, January 9, 1882. Letter to George Gross of Philadelphia. In part: “I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your most esteemed letter…with the enclosed 20 dollars. Allow me to express my most grateful thanks for this kind gift which you so generously granted in behalf of my poor down trodden country and the common cause of humanity.” Nicely matted and framed with an unsigned portrait to an overall size of 19.5 x 16.5. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. RR Auction COA.
