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NAPOLEON III: (1808-1873) Emperor of the French 1852-70, the nephew and heir of Napoleon I. First Pr... - NAPOLEON III: (1808-1873) Emperor of the French 1852-70, the nephew and heir of Napoleon I. First President of France 1848-52, therefore holding the distinction of being the first titular president and the last monarch of France. L.S., ` Louis Napoleon B .´, one page, 8vo, Paris, 3rd October 1849, to General Raoul, Commander of the 1 st division of artillery, in French. Napoleon III expresses that his wish would have been to grant the post requested to his correspondent, but explains the difficulties stating ´ Serious considerations related to the importance of the Powder and Saltpeter Directorate come into opposition of the appointment. The usefulness of this special service requires maintaining the status quo …´ La Fayette further refers to his attachment and belief in the capacity of General Raoul and to the temporary post he is serving now. With blank integral leaf. Professionally reinforced to the edge. G to VG