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Empress of France, born Marie Josèphe Rose Tascher de La Pagerie (1763–1814), who married Napoleon in 1796 and was divorced in 1810, unable to produce an heir. LS in French, signed “Josephine,” one page, 7.25 x 9.5, February 21, 1805. Untranslated letter to "General Suchet," discussing honors conferred by Emperor Napoleon. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light foxing and staining. Accompanied by an engraved portrait of Josephine. Louis-Gabriel Suchet, considered to be one of Napoleon Bonaparte's most brilliant generals, was made Marshal of France in 1811.
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