Telegram from Nikolai to Albert I

[Sarastasia]

Heya!
I recently went to Brussels, and while going around the Bellevue! museum, I found this telegram from Tsar Nikolai II that he sent to Albert I of Belgium upon the occupation of his country.



I believe it reads something along the lines of,

23 hours [11pm]
Telegram from Peterhof 19h 33
His Majesty the King of Belgium,
Brussels
With a sentiment of sincere admiration for the valliant Belgian Army. I pray your Majesty to believe my cordial [warm-hearted] sympathy and to accept my congratulations on the success of this heroic conflict for the independence of your country.
(Signed) Nicolas

Forgive my poor translation -- I don't speak French! So do feel free to give a more accurate/better translation!!!

Sara

[Lyss]

I remember reading in a letter from N to A that in februari 1917 N & A received some decorations from Albert I and N asked A to send Albert a cross.