Napoleon Bonaparte: History Got Him All Wrong

Napoleon Bonaparte: History Got Him All Wrong


January 4, 2024 | Samantha Henman

Napoleon Bonaparte: History Got Him All Wrong


Napoleon Bonaparte was a French military general and emperor who rose to prominence during the French Revolution and expanded the French Empire across much of Europe in the early 19th century. Napoleon's pursuit of power led to suffering across Europe during his reign. His ego-driven ambition and military conquests left a legacy of devastation and upheaval that is still remembered with bitterness by many. 


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