“London was ordered to be illuminated, and detachments of French Dragoons paraded the principal streets, and squares, all night.
“11 Thermidor.
“Bonaparte, at five o’clock in the morning, reviewed the French troops on the Esplanade at the Horse Guards. A Council was afterwards held, at which the following Proclamations were drawn up, and ordered to be posted in every part of the City:
“‘By Order of the First Consul.
“‘Proclamation.
“‘St. James’s Palace.
“‘Inhabitants of London, be tranquil. The Hero, the Pacificator, is come among you. His moderation, and his mercy, are too well known to you. He delights in restoring peace and liberty to all mankind. Banish all alarms. Pursue your usual occupations. Put on the habit of joy and gladness.
“‘The First Consul orders,
“‘That all the Inhabitants of London and Westminster remain in their own houses for three days.
“‘That no molestation shall be offered to the measures which the French Soldiers will be required to execute.