French military engineer (1633-1707) who worked under Louis XIV and who is generally considered the greatest engineer of his time, and one of the most important in European military history. Manuscript DS in French, signed “Vauban,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 5.75, 1675. Am untranslated stakeholder receipt from the Generality of Paris, signed on the reverse in ink by Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban. In fine condition.
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