Napoleon

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769 – 1821) was a French military and political leader who rose to prominence during the French Revolution and became Emperor of the French.

Conquests

A brilliant general, he won a series of wars that made France the dominant power in continental Europe. He also reformed law with the Napoleonic Code, which influenced legal systems worldwide.

Downfall

His disastrous invasion of Russia in 1812 weakened him, and he was finally defeated at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, then exiled.

Legacy

Napoleon is remembered as one of history's greatest military commanders.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Napoleon?

A French general and emperor who dominated Europe.

Where was Napoleon defeated?

At the Battle of Waterloo in 1815.