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Illustration of the Chevalier de la Barre's execution in Abbeville in 1766, depicted on a bas-relief of the commemorative monument. Printed text mentions his age (19 years old) and the reason for his execution (failing to salute a procession). Reverse: French postage stamp of 15 centimes, handwritten address to Monsieur H. Drouilly in Chelles, and correspondence addressed to 'Mille Papa Bauders' in Abbeville.