Manuscript DS in French, signed “Np,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 12.75, July 10, 1811. A report to Napoleon from Minister of War Henri Jacques Guillaume Clarke, Duc de Feltre, informing him of the resignation of Second Lieutenant Folquier because (translated) “the bad conduct of this officer…has stripped from him any consideration in the Regiment…he cannot continue to be of useful service to His Majesty.” Signed at the conclusion by Clarke and prominently approved in the left margin by Napoleon three days later. In fine condition, with expected document wear and light soiling. The report describes Folquier’s shady financial dealings, his bumming around in the the south and in Spain, and his late return from leave, all clear evidence of his poor performance. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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