NAPOLEON BONAPARTE Brevet de Chef de Bataillon issued by the Ministry of War - An XIII (1805) Issued "in the name of the French People" under Bonaparte's Consulate, attributed to Pierre François BAUDUIN (1768-1815), member of the 16th Demi-Brigade de Ligne, dated 18 Pluviôse de l'an XIII (February 7, 1805). Printed letterhead featuring a seated allegory of the Republic leaning against a stele inscribed "AU NOM DU PEUPLE FRANCAIS" and her feet resting on a slab inscribed "BONAPARTE 1ER CONSUL DE LA RÉPUBLIQUE". The document proclaims Bauduin's promotion, listing his "detailed services" and military campaigns. It notes his enlistment on January 25, 1768 at Liancourt, as well as notable feats of arms during the revolutionary period. The text reads: "Bonaparte, Premier Consul de la République, ayant confiance dans la valeur et la fidélité du C.n Bauduin", formalizing his appointment to the rank of Chef de Bataillon. This patent bears the signature of "Bonaparte" (hand secretary), the Minister of War and the Secretary of State Hugues Bernard Maret, reinforcing its historical importance. It also bears an official dry stamp. Bends and damp stains. 1 p., in-4° format. 1801.