Napoleon reorganized the island, creating a miniature Empire with a Guard and a court. He watched events in France. The Congress of Vienna and financial difficulties pushed him to attempt a return.
By the Treaty of Fontainebleau, Napoleon received sovereignty over the island of Elba. He landed there on May 4, 1814 and remained until his escape on February 26, 1815.
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