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1. www.history.com › topics › european-historyNapoleon Bonaparte ‑ Biography, Facts & Death - HISTORY

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   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. Born on the island of Corsica,...

2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › NapoleonNapoleon - Wikipedia

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   In December 1810, Napoleon annexed the Duchy of Oldenburg which Alexander considered an insult as his uncle was the duke. The Tsar responded by allowing neutral shipping into Russian ports and banning most French imports.

3. www.worldhistory.org › Napoleon_BonaparteNapoleon Bonaparte - World History Encyclopedia

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   Oct 19, 2023 · Napoleon Bonaparte was a Corsican-born French general and politician who ruled as Emperor of the French with the regnal name Napoleon I from 1804 to 1814 and then again briefly in 1815.

   • Napoleon Bonaparte was born in Ajaccio, Corsica.
   • Napoleon Bonaparte was defeated at the Battle of Leipzig, or the Battle of the Nations, in October 1813; afterwards, France was invaded, and he was...
   • Napoleon Bonaparte was significant for founding the First French Empire and reshaping Europe through his conquests and liberal reforms. He also cha...

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5. www.bbc.co.uk › history › historic_figuresBBC - History - Napoleon Bonaparte

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   Read a biography about Napoleon - the emperor of France. Discover facts about his marriage to Josephine and the Napoleonic Wars including the Battle of Waterloo.

6. www.worldhistory.org.uk › leaders-and-rulersNapoleon Bonaparte: The Rise and Fall of a Revolutionary Leader

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   As one of the most iconic figures in history, he is remembered as a brilliant military strategist, a charismatic leader, and a symbol of revolution. His meteoric rise to power and eventual downfall have captivated people for centuries, and his legacy continues to shape the world we live in today.

7. history.howstuffworks.com › napoleonA Short History of Napoleon, the Ambitious, Charismatic ...

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   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 battlefield.

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   Who was Napoleon Bonaparte?

   • 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 1814 and then again briefly in 1815.

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   When was Napoleon Bonaparte born?

   • Napoleon Bonaparte was born on August 15, 1769, in the island of Corsica. His early years were marked by his love for military strategy and his admiration for the Enlightenment ideals that were sweeping through Europe at the time.

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   Who was Napoleon and what did he do?

   • Born on the island of Corsica to a family of Italian origin, Napoleon moved to mainland France in 1779 and was commissioned as an officer in the French Royal Army in 1785. He supported the French Revolution in 1789, and promoted its cause in Corsica.

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   Why is Napoleon Bonaparte famous?

   • Napoleon Bonaparte is a name that evokes both admiration and controversy. As one of the most iconic figures in history, he is remembered as a brilliant military strategist, a charismatic leader, and a symbol of revolution.

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   Did Napoleon have a French name?

   • Napoleon later adopted a French spelling of his last name. As a boy, Napoleon attended school in mainland France, where he learned the French language, and went on to graduate from a French military academy in 1785. He then became a second lieutenant in an artillery regiment of the French army.

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   How did Napoleon become a leader?

   • In 1799, with support from key allies and fellow military leaders, Napoleon staged a coup d'état and overthrew the Directory, establishing himself as First Consul and effectively becoming the ruler of France. This marked the beginning of his rise to power and his transformation into one of the most influential leaders in European history.

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9. historychronicles.org › napoleon-bonaparte-factsNapoleon Bonaparte: Facts and Myths - History Chronicles

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   Jul 20, 2023 · Napoleon Bonaparte, born in 1769, embarked on a trajectory of power that is legendary in Western history. Born to a family of minor Corsican nobility, he rose to become the ruler of almost all of Europe in less than three decades.