BONAPARTE
Exceptional leader
Napoleon Bonaparte, 1769-1821, determined and resolute, became a legend in many ways.
In the chaos of the French Revolution, he rose to become consul and later emperor of a reformed and proud nation. He was celebrated for his many military victories and adored and loved by his people. By reaching for the impossible, he turned Europe
Some key dates:
First consul, 1801-1804 | Emperor of the French, 1804-1814 (first reign) | 20 March 1815- 22 June 1815 (second reign) | King of Italy, 1805-1814 | Exile on Saint Helena 1815-1821