Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 08
by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne (1769–1834)
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"Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 08" by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as a firsthand account of the personal experiences and observations of Bourrienne, who was Napoleon's private secretary, and revolves around pivotal events during Napoleon's rise to power, particularly in 1804-1805. The memoir delves into intricate details of court politics, judicial proceedings, and the relationships between Napoleon Bonaparte and key figures of his time. The beginning of this volume introduces a series of dialogues and reflections surrounding significant trials, particularly that of General Moreau, and sheds light on the Emperor's opinions regarding loyalty, power, and the implications of political alliances. Bourrienne recounts his encounters with Napoleon, capturing moments of both intimacy and tension. As he navigates these complex interactions, he provides insights into Napoleon's character, his ambitions for Italy, and the political landscape of Europe during a transformative period. This opening portion sets the stage for deeper explorations of Napoleon's strategies and the personal dynamics that influenced his reign.
- Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821
- Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 · Contemporaries
- Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 · Relations with private secretaries
- Bourrienne, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de, 1769-1834
- Private secretaries · France · Biography
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Chapter XXVII: 1804
Clavier and Hemart—Singular Proposal of Corvisart-M. Desmaisons—
Project of influencing the judges—Visit to the Tuileries—Rapp in
attendance—Long conversation with the Emperor—His opinion on the
trial of Moreau—English assassins and Mr. Fox—Complaints against
the English Government—Bonaparte and Lacuee—Affectionate
behaviour—Arrest of Pichegru—Method employed by the First Consul
to discover his presence in Paris—Character of Moreau—Measures of
Bonaparte regarding him—Lauriston sent to the Temple—Silence
respecting the Duc d'Enghien—Napoleon's opinion of Moreau and
Georges—Admiration of Georges—Offers of employment and dismissal—
Recital of former vexations—Audience of the Empress—Melancholy
forebodings—What Bonaparte said concerning himself—Marks of
kindness.
The judges composing the Tribunal which condemned Moreau were not all like Thuriot and Hemart. History has recorded an honourable contrast to the general meanness of the period in the reply given by M. Clavier, when urged by Hemart to vote for the condemnation of Moreau. "Ah, Monsieur, if we condemn him, how shall we be able to acquit ourselves?" I have, besides, the best reason for asserting that the judges were tampered with, from, a circumstance which occurred to myself.
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This free edition of Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 08 by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #3558, released 2002-12-01. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: Biographies, History - European, History - Modern (1750+).
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