The Treaty of Fontainebleau was signed by Napoleon Bonaparte on April 11th, 1814. This significant agreement had been concluded a few days earlier, on April 6th, in Paris, by his appointed representatives and ministers from the Allied powers.
Key Participants in the Treaty's Conclusion
While Napoleon himself signed the final document, the treaty's terms were negotiated and agreed upon by plenipotentiaries representing both sides.
Negotiators for Napoleon:
- Marshal Michel Ney: A prominent French military commander.
- Marshal Étienne Jacques Joseph Macdonald: Another distinguished French Marshal.
- General Armand de Caulaincourt: Napoleon's trusted diplomat and Master of the Horse.
Negotiators for the Allied Powers:
- Ministers of Austria: Representing the Austrian Empire.
- Ministers of Russia: Representing the Russian Empire.
- Ministers of Prussia: Representing the Kingdom of Prussia.
These individuals finalized the terms of the treaty on April 6th, and Napoleon subsequently affixed his signature on April 11th. The treaty was then officially ratified on April 14th, 1814.
Treaty of Fontainebleau: Key Dates
The negotiation and formalization of the Treaty of Fontainebleau occurred over a few crucial days in April 1814:
| Event | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Treaty Concluded | April 6, 1814 | Paris |
| Napoleon Signed the Treaty | April 11, 1814 | |
| Treaty Ratified | April 14, 1814 |
This treaty marked a pivotal moment in European history, leading to Napoleon's first abdication as Emperor of the French.
