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Napoleon leaves France

postcard, 5.5" x 3.5", 140mm x 90mm

Product information

postcard by M.Gremion, no.9, 

posted, date unclear (1909?), very minor knocks, stamp & postmarks on front, back grubby, 

5.5" x 3.5", 140mm x 90mm (approx)

our ref: SRT012

Napoleon

having learnt that the Prussians had offered a reward for his capture, dead or alive, Napoleon sought asylum from Captain Maitland of HMS Bellerophon early in the morning 15/7/1815.

this card depicts his departure from Rochefort 8/7/1815 on the French frigates Saale and Meduse.

Technical specifications

Brand: M Gremion
Condition: Used
Product Code: SRT012e

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