JEAN BAPTISTE GOUVION (1747-1792) French soldier and engineer who served alongside American forces during the Revolutionary War. Gouvion worked to organize the siege works at Yorktown and was praised by Washington for his engineering and military prowess. Document Signed, “Gouvion,” in French on Etat Major General letterhead engraved with a full-masted ship. One page. To Major General of the National Guard. The document reads: “Pass M. Tavernier sub-lieutenant* of the National Guard into the Champs de Mars where he is engaged in duties in relation to the Artillery engaged at the Federation of 14 Gouvion. "at the disposal of the General Staff”
Gouvion’s map of the Battle of Yorktown, possibly for George Washington sold for $1.1 million. A scarce autograph of this important figure in Revolutionary War history. Very Fine.
