Lot 755
Napoleon I (1769-1821) French military and political leader; Emperor of the French from 1804 to 1815. Manuscript document signed ("Nap") as Emperor of the French, one page, in French, 9 x 7¼", Paris, Jan. 6, 1811. To the Minister of War (the Duke of Feltre), approving the organization of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd marching battalions for the Army of Spain, with certain modifications. All of the battalions should meet at Bayonne and Gen. (François Jean Baptiste) Quesnel 1765-1819) will be in charge of their formation. Fine. General Quesnel's name is inscribed under the Arc de Triomphe on the west panel.
Estimated Value $800 - 1,000.
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