Certification signed by the prefect of the Sarthe Department of the means and ability for the Baron de la Bouillerie to run for political office. Seal and stamp of the Sarthe Department.

Fouché criticizes Louis XVIII’s decision to send him in de facto exile as ambassador to Saxony (p.1-2). Referencing Solon’s reconciliation, Fouché asks Wellington to lend the weight of his name and character to his own cause in need of reconciliation. Description of the Hundred Days Campaign and the subsequent unease concerning the question of Napoleon’s succession (5-6). Question of Napoleonic legitimacy (7-8). Fouché offers a defense of his action during the Restoration, portraying himself as a staunch, honorable individual in the midst of political turmoil (9-19). Focuhé describes his service and ‘devotion’ to the King (19-24). Role of the police force in reestablishing order, justice, and the safety of the state (24-27). Description of public liberty and influence over the people in a time of political upheaval (27-35). An evaluation of the glory of Napoleon’s rule, as well as the problem of the concentration of power within the hands of a single individual (36-39). Importance of balance of political power (39-41). Beginning of concluding remarks; Fouché’s description of his resignation, general reflections on the political climate (41-48).

Letter from the Duc de Richelieu addressed to “Monsieur le Baron” (unnamed) urging the latter to forego the publication of an unspecified letter between the Duke of Wellington and Lord Castlereagh.

The King notes that he will receive the Diplomatic Corps the following day.

Letter from Bignon to Nesselrode describing Napoleon’s desire to retire to the United States. Proposition of an immediate armistice. Bignon suggests that if the Allies wish to create a stable political system, they must adopt a conciliatory stance. Assurance to Alexander that France, in its state of redressed borders, poses no threat to Russia and should therefore have its independence restored hastily.

Letter from the Duc de Richelieu concerning Wellington, Castlereagh, and the diplomatic climate regarding France.

Note signed by King Louis XVIII calling for Talleyrand and the Duke of Dalburg to confer with the diplomats residing in Paris

Letter from Hortense de Beauharnais inviting an unnamed recipient to pay her a leisurely visit along with Caulaincourt.

Request to obtain a passport to allow his daughter to join him on the island of Elba.