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  1. Napoleon - Wikipedia

    Napoleon is considered one of the greatest military commanders in history, and Napoleonic tactics are still studied at military schools worldwide. His legacy endures through the …

  2. Napoleon I | Biography, Achievements, & Facts | Britannica

    5 days ago · Napoleon I (born August 15, 1769, Ajaccio, Corsica—died May 5, 1821, St. Helena Island) was a French general, first consul (1799–1804), and emperor of the French …

  3. Napoleon Bonaparte - Biography, Facts & Death | HISTORY

    Nov 9, 2009 · Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821), also known as Napoleon I, was a French military leader and emperor who conquered much of Europe in the early 19th century.

  4. Napoleon Bonaparte - World History Encyclopedia

    Oct 19, 2023 · Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) was a Corsican-born French general and politician who reigned as Emperor of the French with the regnal name Napoleon I from 1804 to …

  5. Napoleon - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

    Napoleon Bonaparte (French: Napoléon Bonaparte) [1] was a French politician and army leader who ruled France from 1799 to 1814 and for a short period (the "Hundred Days") in 1815. He …

  6. napoleon.org - the history website of The Fondation Napoleon

    Whether you're a fan or a specialist, a young historian or just landed here by accident, this site offers a detailed account of the history of the two great French Empires.

  7. Napoleon Bonaparte - History, Age, Married, Children - Biography …

    Dec 27, 2024 · Napoleon Bonaparte, born on August 15, 1769, in Ajaccio, Corsica, was a towering figure in military history and the first emperor of France. His rise to power began amid …

  8. Napoleon's private world goes on display at an auction in Paris

    5 hours ago · From battlefields to boudoirs. The auction — aiming to make in excess of 7 million euros ($7.5 million) — is a biography in objects. The centerpiece is Napoleon’s iconic bicorne …

  9. A Short History of Napoleon, the Ambitious, Charismatic Emperor …

    Jun 7, 2024 · Napoleon Bonaparte, born in Corsica in 1769, rose through the ranks of the French army and became a wildly ambitious military leader known for his speed and cunning on the …

  10. Napoleon Bonaparte - New World Encyclopedia

    Napoleon I Bonaparte, Emperor of the French, King of Italy (August 15, 1769 – May 5, 1821) was a general of the French Revolution; the ruler of France as First Consul (Premier Consul) of the …

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