Convention of Saint-Cloud facts for kids
The Convention of Saint-Cloud was a very important agreement signed on 3 July 1815. It was a military convention where the French army, led by Marshal Davout, surrendered Paris to the armies of Prince Blücher and the Duke of Wellington. This agreement officially ended the fighting of the Hundred Days period. The signing took place in Saint-Cloud, which is a suburb near Paris.
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What Was the Saint-Cloud Agreement?
This agreement was a formal surrender of Paris by the French army. Marshal Davout, also known as "Marshal Prince of Eckmühl," was the commander of the French forces. He agreed to move his army far away from Paris, to an area south of the Loire River.
Promises from the Allied Armies
In return for the French surrender, the Allied armies made some important promises. They agreed to respect the rights and property of everyone in Paris. This included the local government, French citizens, and even members of the French army. This meant their homes and belongings would be safe.
Who Signed the Convention?
The Convention of Saint-Cloud was signed by representatives from both sides.
French Delegates
The French officials who signed the treaty were:
- Louis Bignon, who was in charge of foreign affairs.
- General Guillemot, the chief of staff for the army.
- Comte de Bondy, who was the prefect of the Seine department (a local government leader).
Allied Officers
The officers from the Seventh Coalition who signed the treaty were:
- Karl Müffling, a Prussian representative working with Wellington's army.
- Colonel Hervey-Bathurst, a British officer.
The agreement was officially approved by Marshal Davout for France. For the Seventh Coalition, it was approved by Prince Blücher and the Duke of Wellington.
