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Napoleon Bonaparte DS

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Napoleon Bonaparte DS
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Important and rare Napoleon document signed ''Bonaparte'' on official ''Republique Francaise'' letterhead. Written nine days after French forces took control of the vital port city of Venice, Napoleon instructs his General on maintaining its control. 21 May 1797 letter to General Baraguey d'Hilliers, whom Napoleon appointed as Governor of Venice, reads in full, ''The citizen Haller will have given you my letter wherein I spoke of the necessity of not upsetting the commerce of Venice and of not letting any ostensible proceeding occur which could serve as pretext for foreign powers to lodge complaint against us. It is necessary to maintain the police in the city and to ensure the safety of your troops and, in the position in which you find yourself, not to meddle in anything handled by the government of the city. In the present circumstances in Venice, it is extremely necessary for you to maintain a low profile. Procure for the city, from all facilities under your jurisdiction, subsistence for those dependent on you. Meanwhile, do not let anything leave and do not suffer anyone to touch anything in the arsenal or in the army warehouses, demand that everyone return as quickly as possible from the squadron in Corfou, and send the Italian troops from Venice to replace the squadron in Corfou and the Adriatic Islands.'' Two pages, front and back, signed on verso by Napoleon who smudges his signature slightly. Partial separation along one of the folds, not affecting content or signature. Very good to near fine condition. 9'' x 14.5''. Translation included.