French diplomat, spy and soldier (1728-1810) whose first 49 years were spent as a man, and whose last 33 years were spent as a woman. Rare ALS in French, signed with the feminine form of the name, “La Chre D’Eon,” one page, 7.25 x 9, August 17, 1778. An untranslated and neatly penned handwritten letter from d'Éon. In fine condition, with a short tear to the left edge.
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