Lot 171
Juárez, Benito (1806-1872). Mexican revolutionary and statesman. Mexico's first ruler of indigenous ancestry, he worked to make Mexico a constitutional democracy. The French invasion under Maximilian forced him to retreat from Mexico City to the northern section of Mexico, where he directed the resistance until Maximilian's defeat in 1867.
Partly printed document signed as Acting President of Mexico, National Palace of Mexico, 1p, in Spanish, 17" x 12½", March 1861. Small fold separations, else fine. Matted and framed to an overall size of 26" x 21½". Juárez and his cabinet acknowledge with gratitude the service of Antonio P. Fapias, 2nd lieutenant of cavalry, who fought in 1858, '59, and '60, and who "had the glory of saving his country," being part of the forces that seized the capital of the Republic from those who for 40 years had considered themselves privileged classes. Juárez was elected President in his own right the same month this document was issued.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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