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Prior to shaping the world with his deeds, Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) needed to win the struggle against the social and attitudinal forces that were all staked against one genius with a will of steel. This essay discusses Napoleon's humble beginnings in Corsica.

Long after his death, Napoleon Bonaparte continued to impact the world. His example helped spread the ideal of meritocracy and encourage the overthrow of the Old Order throughout Europe. He influenced law, military strategy, Egyptology, and numerous other fields.

After the overthrow of the Jacobin regime in France, Napoleon fell from grace, quickly to rise back again through his service to the new Directory. This essay describes Napoleon's return to prominence as well as his marriage to Josephine de Beauharnais.

Did you know that Napoleon spread the metric system and driving on the right side of the road to the areas of Europe he ruled? This essay discusses some of Napoleon's innovative civic reforms as well as his sale of the Louisiana Territory to the United States.

A survey of Napoleon's ascendancy to French Power and his decline.

After his escape from Corsica, Napoleon returned to France in 1792 and distinguished himself during the storm of the Tuileries Royal Palace. In 1793, he became a celebrity for having saved France from invasion by leading the French to victory at Toulon.

One of Napoleon's most ambitious reforms was the creation of a unified code of laws thoughout France. As a result of his civic and military accomplishments, Napoleon was elected by the French people to assume the title of Emperor of the French in 1804.

How did Napoleon turn a malnourished, rag-tag group of soldiers into one of Europe's best fighting forces? How did he manage to defeat a series of Austrian armies that were numerically superior to his and better equipped? This essay discusses his brilliant Italian Campaign.

The first of a 4-part study demonstrating that fame is no protection from stupidity.

This essay describes Napoleon's work for the Republican government of France from 1790 to 1792, as he attempted to supervise elections on his home island of Corsica. Napoleon came into conflict with a former friend of his father and needed to flee for his life.

Napoleon convinces the French Assembly that they should pay for his plan to conquer the Egypt and the Holy Land

An analysis of how Karl Marx presented Emperor Napoleon III in the "Eighteenth Brumaire."

Napoleon proves that being commander of the previously invincible French Army is no guarantee against stupid mistakes.

Napoleon goes into exile, doesn't stay there, escapes, scares the Hell out of Louis the Something or another and then loses at Waterloo.

After the harsh weather and the Russian scorched-earth policy forced Napoleon to retreat from Russia, the Emperor continued to fight brilliantly in Germany, scoring some impressive victories. But he was soon hopelessly outnumbered and decisively defeated at Leipzig.

Between 1807 and 1810, Napoleon made peace with Russia, fought rebels in Spain, once again defeated Austria, and fathered an heir to the throne. This essay discusses the military and political developments in Napoleon's empire during those years.

When all seemed to be going well for Napoleon in 1811, he was betrayed by his ally, the Russian Emperor Alexander I. In response, the Emperor of the French gathered an army of 600,000 troops and prepared to invade Russia.

Despite brilliant attempts to save his empire, Napoleon was forced to abdicate on April 4, 1814, and accept exile to the island of Elba. But as dissatisfaction with the Bourbon monarchy and internal squabbles within the Coalition grew, the stage was set for his return.

The Battle of Waterloo on June 18, 1815, was Napoleon's final military encounter and a defeat from which he would not recover. This essay discusses Napoleon's last battle, as well as his final abdication, exile to St. Helena, and death in 1821.

After defeating the Austrian Empire, Napoleon attacked Prussia in 1806 and dealt a series of surprising blows to the forces of King Frederick-Wilhelm II. Then he ventured into Poland, aiming to liberate that country from Russian domination.

Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was one of the greatest generals who moderated the way war was fought of all times. He is often known as the one who...

This essay discusses Napoleon's stunning return to France after his exile in Elba. During his last "Hundred Days" in power, Napoleon managed to amass a new army, which confronted the British and Prussian forces in Belgium.

Despite victories on the battlefield, Napoleon's army in Russia was undermined by the Russian army's scorched-earth policy and guerilla warfare. Upon entering Moscow, Napoleon's forces found it in flames. This essay describes Napoleon's early Russian campaign.

The onetime fiancee of Napleon Bonaparte went on to become the real life Queen of Sweden whose descendants survive on the throne today. An unconventional historical romance by AnneMarie Selinko

conspiracy theories about the death of French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte

In the new war that unfolded with Russia and Austria, Napoleon managed to score two impressive victories at Ulm and Austerlitz. This essay describes the two battles which led Napoleon to the apex of his career.

The emperor of France famous for his small stature was once thought to have been poisoned -- now scientists say that was not the case.

After his brilliant victories in Italy, Napoleon made a daring attempt to undermine the British Empire by conquering Egypt. This essay describes the initial successes of Napoleon's Egyptian Campaign, as well as his actions to improve the lives of the Egyptian people.

This essay describes the formative educational experiences of Napoleon's life, as well as some of the crucial events of the time. From 1784 to 1792, Napoleon would gradually rise from lieutenant to captain, gaining the attention of some of the French Revolution's leaders.

After the 1799 coup d'etat, Napoleon was elected First Consul of France. He now needed to achieve a decisive victory in the war against Austria. This essay describes Napoleon's stunning victory at Marengo in 1800 against a numerically superior Austrian force.

Once he became First Consul of France, Napoleon made peace with the Catholic Church and permitted freedom of religious worship in France; he also acted to abolish slavery and forced servitude in all areas under his control.

As ever more threats to the French Directory accumulated in Europe, Napoleon is forced to abandon his troops in Egypt and return to Paris, under promises that he will be granted a leadership role. When he finds that he has been deceived, he takes power into his own hands.

Every day is flush with history. July 21st is certainly no exception.

A day-by-day look at historical events that happened in the month of July

As superstars are latched onto in youth, it is often hard for those lifelong fans to be able to abandon their seemingly religious worship of one over another, regardless of the other's achievements.

European armies developed new tactics and abilities from advancements within science and technology.

A short history on how the Rosetta Stone was discovered, what ancient secrets it held and what nations have a fondness for it.

It was stolen from the Paris Musee de l'Armee during the 1940's and there has been no sign of it until now.

Analysis of "The Catcher in the Rye" and how modern adolescence can be compared to Holden Caulfield

Ten fun facts about world history that are either misunderstood because of their name, or because of popular media.

In World War I, Serbia was a key factor in initiating the war and later resolutions were affected by the strong nationalist forces in Serbia.

This article shares history about the man in the iron mask and shares several theories about who he might have been.

Shawn Bentler, 23, was found guilty of murdering his parents and three younger sisters in a plot to get the family inheritance.

Years ago, I did some historical research to better understand the soul of the Mexican people as it relates to this holiday. I discovered some very interesting facts.

Burma, Cambodia, and East Timor are the poorest countries in the world. This paper describes why these countries have come to be so poverty stricken.

Quotes to inspire you to peace.

Anxiety creeps into the minds of those who suffer from insomnia and as the sun sinks slowly in the sky, nighttime becomes a anxiety ridden toss

An in depth breakdown of how the American Revolution influenced the Revolution of the French.

Tucked deep in the southwest corner of Tallahassee, a remarkable wonder nestles like hidden pirate treasure in the Florida Red Hills terrain.

Article looks at the fascinating ways in which the sugar industry helped to transform the history of society, capitalism, and culture and how it has left an indelible mark on the history of Western civilization.

Shawn Bentler is found guilty of killing his parents and three younger sisters on October 14, 2006.

Freedom is that instant between when someone tells you to do something and when you decide how to respond. ~Jeffrey Borenstein

My Girlfriend's Kitchen

Using the military of the Roman Empire and Napoleon's French Empire as examples, this essay endeavors to show that some of the most historically efficient militaries were based on volunteer service.

Danny Glover, who has been nominated four times for an Emmy Award for acting and once for directing, is a formidable presence both on and off the screen.

This biographical exploration by G. Stolyarov II examines the life of a man who employed his authority to bring about ideological freedom and immense prosperity for his country.

Although it was eventually proved a hoax, a chess playing machine called Turk amazed audiences in Europe and America for almost a century...

Do you think you know a lot about fashion? Here are six strange but amusing facts about fashion.

Just because it was written by an Atheist, doesn't mean it's bad.

Sinaia was the highlight of our trip to Romania. A secluded mountain town dubbed the "Pearl of the Carpathians" provided my fiancee and I with an unforgettable Christmas.

This article explores the many different myths about eagles.

Find free events and other family fun with these President's Day activities in Massachusetts. Start your February school vacation right and get out of the house for a while.

Ever dreamed of spending Valentine's Day in Paris? Here are some places you can go.

A look at popular dogsledding tours.

An opinionated analysis on the corrupting nature of power in our society.

Includes two Bonus Quotes for writers. Wrote this in April, did not have the heart to delete it.

Nostradamus had many correct predictions and also had an ultimate prediction of the end of the world. Are he and his prophecies good enough to be true?

An academic piece reflecting on the rule of Louis XIV.

We do not have flowery language in richness and depth as we had in the earlier centuries. In good old days language echoed music and while reading one could feel it intensely.

Discussing the FBI

A collection of great quotes about our favorite sparkly beverage.

Half-a-million people cross one of Jacksonville's seven Saint John's River bridges every day. Each bridge has its own character and history.

An interesting but little known chapter in American history suggests that the famous Lewis of Lewis & Clark was the victim of a political conspiracy to kill him.

Cairo (al-qahrah) is the most populated city in the African continent and the only surviving wonder of the ancient world.

Find out how cellist Zuill Bailey performed Bach Cello Suites in the layman's world.

Singers, writers, actors, historical greats - find out from the list whose famous birthday you share.

Do you feel sluggish in the afternoon? Good news. Research show that afternoon napping will make you more alert and productive.

We all have fears. There are things that frighten us and may even send us into a panic. In this article we will take a look at a few famous people and their fears.

Victor was found in the woods of Southern France during the 1800s. His mysterious life and ways make us question what makes us human.

The Battle of the Nile, in which the Royal Navy all but anniliated a French fleet, ended Napoleon's dream of an empire in the East to rival that of Alexander the Great.

Waterloo was one of the decisive, indeed iconic battles of world history. It thr results of Waterloo decided the fate of Europe for nearly a hundred years.

The paper examines how the principles of Sun Tzu and Clausewitz applied to the Syrian and Egyptian attack on Israel in October 1973. The paper analyzes the employment of war theories and the validity of those theories for modern warfare.

A look at the debate over whether Marx's Eighteenth Brumaire is a work of social criticism or of activism.

Edwin Williams discusses the advancements China has made and their transition to a free-market society.

All of these jokes are family-friendly. I cannot guarantee that they will make you laugh, but I can guarantee that they will not offend.

With the recent failure of Columbia in 2003, and, of course, Challenger in 1986, many doubts are growing in the hearts of mankind over the safety, reliability, and sensibility of manned space missions.

You have taken the acting classes, learned the craft, and you are dying for some real experience. A good actor in theory should be a good actor in practice. If you agree, keep reading.

At Washington DC's fall food and wine festival A Taste of Georgetown, over 25 of the most talked about restaurants in DC will be offering sample sized portions of their best dishes. All samples will be served with complimenting wines.

George Clooney today talked with the UN about the US's total uninvolvement in an egregious waste of human life that could be avoided if the US stepped in. By doing this, he became a voice for change.

achievements and accomplishments of the Founding Fathers of the United States

in depth detail of French history and the many Republics and governments

From the moment she first stood forth in New York Harbor, Lady Liberty has been a beacon of hope and the American dream throughout the world.

The background to fear and superstition connected to the making of the sign upon one with fear of evil, bad luck and even death.

I was unprepared for meeting Amelia Grey; this world-renowned romance author wasn't at all what I was expecting . . . first of all, she wasn't Amelia Grey . . .

If you are planning a trip to Paris, the following tour is ideal for seniors because it has the advantage of scalability; with a good mix of must sees, should sees, and off the beaten track, you can look at this walking tour with restaurant and shopping s

The Chinese astrological system is based on the year of birth, not the month. Studying this ancient form can lead to self-discovery. Here are some essential facts and information on Chinese zodiac signs, highlighting the first six.

The Battle of Austerlitz was the peak of glory and heroism for the great French Grand