Proclamation by Saône-et-Loire Prefect Jean-Pierre DUCOLOMBIER (1769-1819) in support of Napoléon BONAPARTE (1769-1821) during the Hundred Days - 1815 Printed proclamation dated May 6, 1815, issued by Ducolombier, Prefect of the Saône-et-Loire department, Baron of the Empire and Chevalier of the Legion of Honor. Published in Mâcon, this poster reflects the political context of the Second Restoration and Napoleon's return during the Hundred Days. The text underlines the loyalty of the local administration to Napoleon, and calls on the inhabitants of the département to support the Emperor by taking part in the electoral assemblies scheduled for May 12. It evokes the enthusiasm and national unity around the Emperor, mentioning in particular that "liberty is reaping the fruits of the astonishing agreement that has been established between the great Nation and its Monarch", and insists on the legitimacy of the imperial return, asserting that "the Emperor will not have founded vain hopes on the pact that is being prepared between the Nation and him". This document is a rare historical testimony to the political and administrative effervescence of Napoleon's brief return to power in 1815. Printed by Chassipollet, printer to the Prefecture in Mâcon, it reflects the official communication and imperial propaganda put in place to ensure the support of the local population. Moisture stains, edges damaged. 1 p., in-4° format. 1815.