Napoleon Bonparte

Napoleon became a lieutenant colonel in 1791 in the Corsican National Guard. Corsica declared its independence in 1793 and Bonaparte, a French patriot, fled to France with his family. In 1796 Napoleon was made commander of the army of Italy. In quick succession Napoleon achieved victories all over Europe. When Napoleon returned to France he was triumphant. He was only 28 years old and had become the greatest French general of all time.

Bonaparte decided to leave his army in Italy and set his sights higher - Napoleon wanted to save France. Napoleon joined a conspiracy against the government and on November 10 he and his colleagues seized power and established their own government - The Co

After 10 months in exile on Elba Island Napoleon returns with his men. This showed the determination he had to reclaim France and make what he envisaged for her reality. When Napoleon is reunited with his troops “Treason!” Is proclaimed and all guns are pointed toward Napoleon. Napoleon stood calmly and asked his troops “Regiment of the 5th, would you shoot your emperor?” There is a brief moment and then the guns are abandoned and the troops begin rejoicing Napoleon’s return. This shows the respect, admiration and loyalty Napoleon’s men felt towards him. Napoleon quickly seizes control of the French government and in doing so illustrates his strong will, determination, excellent administration skill and efficiency. When told he was breaking the law in assuming control of the country Bonaparte retorts with “He who saves a nation violates no law.” This illustrates his passion and conviction in what he believes and does.

In the film ‘Waterloo’ Napoleon is first seen abdicating for the fist time after his defeat. Napoleon shows his determination and will by initially refusing and trying to find a solution. He then is forced to abdicate and be exiled to Elba Island. Napoleon bids France farewell with this patriotic speech:

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