Napoleon I (1769-1821), Emperor of the French
- CA UVICARCH SC017--1989-069-14
- Item
- 1802
Holograph Letter Signed "Bonaparte" to General Sougis, dated Paris, le 8 Thermidor an 10 de la Republique francaise [27 July,1802], on official stationery with engraved vignette letterhead: seated female figure with Phrygian cap leaning on a column inscribed "AU NOM DU PEUPLE FRANCAIS", base inscribed "BONAPARTE Ir CONSUL DE LA REPUBLIQUE." 1 page, 233x182mm, mount at inner margin, 1 vertical and 1 horizontal fold, the latter with small tear. An interesting letter ordering Sougis to select an intelligent "officier d'artillerie de la garde" capable of reporting on fortifications. He must be ready to leave on his mission the next day, taking with him a Turkish agent. Orders, letters, instructions, and funds will be provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. [Maggs catalogue 988, item 124]