Falconer Atlee , British Consul at Nantes , offered them a place of safety when their first location was discovered .
Emperor Napoleon III eventually extended her Falconer Atlee 's protection , ensuring that she could retain custody of the children .
Falconer Atlee , British Consul at Nantes , offered them a place of safety when their first location was discovered , and Emperor Napoleon III eventually extended her his protection , ensuring that she could retain custody of the children .