War 1870 Autographed letter signed by CHANGARNIER General Governor of Algeria

  
Beginning of hostilities of the war of 1870. (203 x 132) 3 pp. "Autun, July 26, 1870", to a "poor, desolate mother". A very beautiful reassuring letter at the beginning of the hostilities of the war of 1870 (declared on July 19). In your cruel concerns, poor desolate mother, you still have generous pity for my sufferings as a soldier. My infinite gratitude dares to offer you consolations inspired by the knowledge of modern warfare. Cavalry clashes against cavalry are rare and not very dangerous. Those of cavalry against undisturbed infantry would be so disastrous for the former that they would certainly be avoided. But when the fortune of arms has declared in favor of our troops, which are far superior in quality to those of the enemy, Count Pajol's brigade will bring back many prisoners, and you will see your son again, delighted to have taken part in great events. As for me, I am inconsolable. You are right to pity me. I felt fully in control of myself. I was so sure that I had not lost any of my clarity. Bocher, I take the liberty of tenderly embracing you. During the campaign of 1870, Changarnier at 77 years old offered his services again and requested a command from the imperial government, which was not granted to him.

He had to be content with a role as an advisor and joined the headquarters in Metz with Bazaine. The "BOUQUINERIE AURORE" banner visible on the scan is of course not present on the original document; it has only been placed here to maintain the unique character of the document. Numerous signed autograph letters from personalities of the 18th to the 20th century are currently offered.

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