Yes, the thread is rather out of hand for quick reference. However, I referred to the one you addressed to Waldemar; my post was hooked to it.
You answered my questions. Thank you.
I do wonder if not being present on Spanish soil actually gave rise to a juridical question of duress, or just a convenient excuse for those who had an ox in the fight.
"Touching on the other issue of the legitimacy of Napoleon's claim to the Spanish throne, Ferdinand had been taken on to French soil to make his abdication and his subjects were entitled to believe he had made it under duress and therefore that it was not binding."
You were helpful -- as always.
Appreciatively, BaldJim