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- ↑ Smith, William H. C. (2007-01-20). The Bonapartes: The History of a Dynasty. Continuum International. p. 5. ISBN 9781852855789.
- ↑ Christopher, Thomas (2002). In Search of Lost Roses. University of Chicago Press. p. 95.
