April 22, 1918

Comrade Chicherin, The bearer of this letter, de Lübersac, a French officer, will tell you something concerning the military and moral condition of part of our army. He has seen everything and, as a specialist, is well able to make sense of what he has seen. It is absolutely necessary that you speak with him*.

Your Lenin

Printed for the first time, from the manuscript
Translated from the French