Lot no. 309
Jean-Charles comte d'HECTOR (1722-1808) admiral, took part in the Quiberon landing. P.S., Southampton 21 February 1796 1 page in-4 (lined, fold marks). Certificate in favour of Sirian de Flavigny, born in Marseille and who came to England on the King of France's ships with Admiral Wood's squadron; he served bravely and had an arm amputated...". Please give help and protection to the Sr de Flavigny in whom I am interested as a man worthy of public benevolence"...
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