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Napoleon

Demanding names of the “perpetrators of the robberies committed at the house of the Archduchess”

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Demanding names of the “perpetrators of the robberies committed at the house of the Archduchess”

Manuscript DS in French, signed “Bonaparte,” one page, 9.25 x 14.75, December 16, 1796. Official French Republic Italian Army military order issued to General Baraguay d’Hilliers. In full (translated): "You would please, Citizen General, tell the citizen Andrea Verne, now being held in the citadel, that if he doesn’t let us know the perpetrators of the robberies committed at the house of the Archduchess I will give the order for him to be imprisoned in France.” Boldly signed at the conclusion using his surname. In fine condition, with a crease to the upper right and a stain to the lower left corner. Intriguing content from early on in Napoleon’s campaign through Europe. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs And Artifacts
  • Dates: #475 - Ended May 11, 2016





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