Handwritten endorsement, in French, signed “Bonaparte,” at the bottom of a one page 4.25 x 5.75 document written by Andre-Joseph Abrial, minister of justice, and dated in an unknown hand “Paris 29 ventose VIII,” [March 20, l800]. Abrial writes (translated): “I certify that Squadron Chief d’Henin during an attack which We suffered from the brigands on the outskirts of Naples, conducted himself with such bravery and cool composure that he saved us, as well as the flag which he was charged to carry to the Army of Naples on behalf of the Executive Directory.” Endorsed underneath by Napoleon, as First Consul, (translated): “Return to the Minister of War Bonaparte.” In very good condition, with ink erosion to first word of endorsement, scattered toning, small area of paper loss to bottom edge, and a small pencil date notation. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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