Up for sale is a remarkable, museum-quality World War II historical archive from the Free French Forces (Forces Françaises Libres). Dated October 18 1940, this complete 3-piece grouping represents a rare, untouched chronological archive sent from General Charles de Gaulle’s wartime headquarters in London to a supporter in neutral Portugal.

Purchasing these items together preserves a unique piece of French Resistance history.

## What is Included in this Archive:

1. **Official Free French Headquarters Letter (Oct 18, 1940):**

Typed on official "Forces Françaises Libres" letterhead from 4 Carlton Gardens, London, S.W.1. The letter is a moving message of hope for the liberation of France, stating "We will fight for this until victory." It is hand-signed with proxy authority by "Le Commandant Fontaine" on behalf of General de Gaulle ("Pour le Général de Gaulle").

2. **Original British-Censored Matching Envelope (Postmarked Oct 19, 1940):**

The original envelope addressed to Monsieur Gérard Trémont in Porto, Portugal. It features a clear "LONDON S.W.1" circular postmark matching the HQ district, a King George VI 2½d blue stamp, and a prominent British military censor sealing strip reading "EXAMINER 538".

3. **Vintage Charles de Gaulle Portrait Postcard (Circa 1940):**

An iconic wartime promotional portrait of General de Gaulle with arms crossed, taken by famous British photographer Howard Coster (marked "Photograph by Howard Coster" in the corner). Features the official printed facsimile signature at the bottom.

## Item Specifics

* **Year:** 1940 (Battle of Britain / Early French Resistance Era)

* **Country of Origin:** Great Britain (Free French HQ, London)

* **Language:** French

* **Type:** Militaria Paper Ephemera / Postal History Archive

* **Condition:** Excellent vintage condition. The letter and envelope have standard mailing folds. The postcard is clean with sharp edges. All text and ink signatures remain crisp, dark, and perfectly legible. Please view all photos closely.

## Shipping & Insurance

Due to the historical value of this archive, the collection will be packaged with extreme care. It will be shipped flat inside heavy, rigid archival protective sleeves reinforced with thick cardboard layers to prevent bending or moisture exposure. Tracked, signed-for, and fully insured shipping required