“Indivisibility is a fundamental principle of the nation. It applies peculiarly to public works. That which the nation gave the nation now resumes.
“We protest against foreign aggression. Satisfied with our own triumph, we shall remain tranquil. We do not ask possession of the Hotel de Ville, but we are prepared to maintain our righteous occupation of the Tuilleries.
“Impressed with these high and exalted sentiments, the Provisional Government of the Tuilleries decrees:
“I. That it is inexpedient to lessen the glory of France, by entrusting the charge of the Tuilleries to any other hands, save those of the brave citizens who have so nobly captured it.
“II. That the Provisional Government do not recognise coupons as a national medium of exchange.
“III. The Minister of Foreign Affairs is charged with the execution of this decree.
“Mort aux tyrans!
(Signed)
Potard.
Dunshunner.