LS in French sent to Napoleon by Berruyer, Squadron Chief of the 11th Regiment of Hussars, and endorsed by Napoleon, “Bonaparte,” one page, 9.25 x 14, February 19, 1802. In part: "As chief of the squadron for nine years in the 11th Regiment of Hussars, I made the campaign which was followed by the Treaty of Campo-Fornio…where I had the pleasure of meriting your attention. I rejoined my Corps after the Treaty. I then commanded it with the Army of Italy. After the Battle of la Trebia, where I was injured, and the Regiment destroyed, the General in Chief gave me proof of his satisfaction and named me to the position of Chief of Brigade of my troop The generals under whom I had served and all the regiment viewed my promotion with pleasure. For three years, the place was vacant because of the dismissal of Brigade Chief Avice. He was my friend; I knew that libel was the cause of his disgrace; I refused and urged his reintegration. You wished well, General, to know and to repair the injustice which was done to him. Today, this Brigade Chief is taking steps to obtain his retirement. If I am not permitted, General Consul, to obtain the position close to you which I have the honor to ask of you, dare I solicit a post which I refused in time, and which will be to me all the more honorable that I will take it from you." Napoleon endorses the letter in the upper left, granting the man a sum of money and letter of satisfaction. In fine condition.
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