Letter to Metternich from Berthier
- CA RBD MSG 833-20
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- 29 March 1814
Part of Napoleon diplomatic papers
Letter to Metternich from Berthier wanting to discuss the terms of peace and surrender.
Letter to Metternich from Berthier
Part of Napoleon diplomatic papers
Letter to Metternich from Berthier wanting to discuss the terms of peace and surrender.
Declaration to honor the Treaty of Fontainebleau
Part of Napoleon diplomatic papers
Declaration that Alexander intends to honor the Treaty of Fontainebleau.
Copy of declaration of the provisionary government of France
Part of Napoleon diplomatic papers
Copy of declaration of the provisionary government of France announcing the signing of a treaty with the Allied powers, signaling the abdication of Napoleon.
Caulaincourt’s unpublished account of the Battle of Waterloo to the restoration of Louis XVIII
Part of Napoleon diplomatic papers
Details of the battle of Waterloo and its aftermath (including mention of the famous “sauve qui peut”). Napoleon declares abdication in favor of his son. Creation of the “Commission du Gouvernement” in wake of abdication and question of succession. Ultimately successful diplomatic pressure exerted by the Allied powers to restore the Bourbons to the throne.
Letter from Bignon to Nesselrode
Part of Napoleon diplomatic papers
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 Joseph Fouché (Duke of Otranto) to the Duke of Wellington
Part of Napoleon diplomatic papers
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).
Request from M. Henri-Gatien Bertrand (1773-1844)
Part of Napoleon diplomatic papers
Request to obtain a passport to allow his daughter to join him on the island of Elba.
Note signed by King Louis XVIII
Part of Napoleon diplomatic papers
Note signed by King Louis XVIII calling for Talleyrand and the Duke of Dalburg to confer with the diplomats residing in Paris
Certification signed by the prefect of the Sarthe Department
Part of Napoleon diplomatic papers
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.
Louis XVIII handwritten note to Duc de Richelieu (Prime Minister)
Part of Napoleon diplomatic papers
The King notes that he will receive the Diplomatic Corps the following day.