Illustrious French general who rose to Marshal General of France (1611-1675) whose military exploits over the course of five decades earned him a reputation as one of the greatest military commanders in modern history; he was killed by an Imperial cannonball at the Battle of Salzbach, in present-day Germany, in June 1675. LS in French, signed “Turenne,” one page, 8.75 x 13.25, April 15, 1662. Untranslated letter on military matters, signed at the conclusion by Henri de La Tour d'Auvergne, Viscount of Turenne as Marshal General of France. Also bears his small red wax seal affixed at lower left. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and minor staining along the edge. A scarce and highly sought-after historical autograph.
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