Excerpt from Réfutation de la Relation du Capitaine Maitland, Commandant le Bellérophon, Touchant l'Embarquement de Napoléon, A Son Bord
Ilons de l'apparition de la relation du capitaine Maitland, le comte de Las Cases, se trouvant précisément dans un redou Jblement de souffrance 'qui ne lui permet tait aucune occupation suivie, et se consi dérant néanmoins dans l'obligation ah solne de combattre un point important qui lui était personnel, eut l'idée de s'adresseià M. Barthe dont - la. Réputation seule l'ôffrit à sa pensée.' M. Le capitaine.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the enduring debate surrounding the events that transpired when Napoleon Bonaparte surrendered to Captain Maitland aboard the HMS Bellerophon, seeking asylum in England. The author analyzes the conflicting accounts of the key players involved, primarily relying on the firsthand accounts of Captain Maitland and Count Las Cases, a close confidant of Napoleon. By examining these divergent perspectives, the book delves into the complex interplay of politics, diplomacy, and personal motivations that shaped this pivotal moment in history. The author meticulously dissects the details of Napoleon's surrender, shedding light on the promises and conditions that were allegedly made and subsequently broken, ultimately leading to Napoleon's exile on the remote island of Saint Helena. The book argues that this act was not only a violation of the British government's moral and legal obligations but also a profound betrayal of trust that continues to cast a shadow over the legacy of British justice and fair play. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780243050567_0
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