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Napoleon: The Man Who Ruled the World - Season 1

Series: Napoleon: The Man Who Ruled the World

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Episodes

Rating

TVPG

Year

2001

Language

English

Publisher

Questar

About

Napoleon Bonaparte played a central role in 18th and 19th Century world affairs. This is the compelling portrait of the man who almost rose to become Emperor of Europe, and whose influence can still be felt in the modern age.

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Episodes

1. The Early Years

48m

From the day he was born, Napoleon appeared destined for greatness, despite his below-average scholarly record. When he came of age and joined the military, Napoleon discovered a remarkable ability to impress influential people.

2. The Early Campaigns

49m

Marriage to Josephine Rose de Beauhamais did little to quell Napoleon's vaulting ambition. His early military campaigns in Italy and Egypt demonstrated his burgeoning military talent and ingratiated him in the minds of French soldiers.

3. Imperial Zenith

48m

As the world entered the 19th Century, Napoleon's career was in full swing. By 1804, his rise to the status of Emperor, combined with remarkable military victories, left Napoleon a short step from proclaiming himself Emperor of Europe.