Valentine Barthel born 17/11/1779 Ingenheim Bas Rhin Alsace France died 8/6/1850 Ontario Canada.
Was an officer in Napoloeons army.Responsible for horse purchase for Napoleon's use.Deafness mean't he was a non combatent.
He became a stone mason after Napoleons defeat.Emigrated to Canada with his wife and married sons and family in 1833.