6 April 1814 · Napoleon
The Act of Abdication
The Allied powers having proclaimed that the Emperor Napoleon is the only obstacle to the re-establishment of peace in Europe, the Emperor Napoleon, faithful to his oath, declares that he renounces for himself and his heirs the thrones of France and Italy, and that there is no personal sacrifice, even that of life, which he is not ready to make for the interests of France.
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This was the unconditional abdication, which replaced the act of 4 April that had abdicated in favour of his son. It is generally dated 6 April. Bourrienne says it was signed on 11 April, once the Treaty of Fontainebleau had guaranteed its terms. The Moniteur published it on 12 April, the same day the Comte d’Artois entered Paris.
Source: L. A. F. de Bourrienne, Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte, ed. R. W. Phipps, vol. 13 (1891 edition). Public domain.
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