LS in French, signed “Nap,” one page, 7.25 x 9, September 26, 1814. Interesting letter from Napoleon's early exile on the island of Elba, boasting two rare autograph insertions in Napoleon's own hand. In part (translated): "Count Drouot, the engineering officer from Pianosa, lacks experience, and the works have been poorly conducted. However, one must accept things as they are. Instruct him to finish the vante of the guardhouse and to bring it to the same level as the fort with embankments of earth. As it is on the vante of this guardhouse that the 3 cannon pieces will be placed, the platform will be made so that these pieces can, as needed, be fired to the right and left, forward and backward. Place the small mortar behind in a way that it can also be fired in all directions. It will be positioned at the very end of the fort. On the sea side, a small iron piece, caliber 6 to 12, and as short as possible will be placed. It will also be arranged to be fired in all directions and on…It will be necessary to build a small wall that encloses in the fort a cave very well situated to make an oven and stores. Give the order to restore the 3 houses that were used to lodge the garrison when the English took possession of the fort. It is estimated that no more than 600 francs are needed for this. On this note, I pray to God that He watches over you." The letter bears a "Bibliotheca Lindesiana" stamp at the lower right. In fine condition. Significant content from the celebrated French leader.
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