French statesman (1759-1794) and one of the leading figures of the French Revolution. He and his followers were charged with conspiracy to overthrow the government and guillotined in 1794. LS in French, signed "Danton," one page, 8 x 12, September 8, 1792. Danton recommends Mr. Thomassin as a commanding officer of a police corps, with various endorsements. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (central horizontal fold passing through signature), mounting remnants to left edge, and ink erosion slightly affecting a few words. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA.
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