French military officer (1763-1844) who was appointed Marshal of France by Napoleon and later became King of Sweden (as Charles XIV Johan) and King of Norway (as Charles III John) from 1818 until his death. Manuscript DS, in French, signed “J. B. Bernadotte,” one page, 9 x 14.25, April 9, 1799. Military order of safe passage, in part (translated): "French posts will freely let through Citizen Camille Verret on his way to Coblenz, headquarters Division General Gerin, Commander of the combined four departments." Signed in the middle by Bernadotte as general commander. Two red wax seals remain affixed to left side. In very good condition, with overall light foxing and staining, and splitting along intersecting folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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