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Born in Corsica into a wealthy family.
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Became commander of the French army in Italy.
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Conquered Egypt, but the British destroyed his troops during the Battle of the Nile.
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1799: Became first as "consul" (highest office of the Roman Republic)
1802: Became consul for life. -
Created peace throughout Europe, giving power to the French.
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War picked up again between Britain and France.
Napoleon didn't go through with his plans to invade Britain.
In 1805, he defeated the Austro-Russian forces. -
A much more extensive list of land came under the power of Napoleon. The Roman Empire dissolved, and Napoleon and his family took power throughout the conquered areas.
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Little Napoleon was born to Napoleon and his second wife, the Austrian emperor's daughter.
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Paris fell, causing Napoleon to go into exile in the Mediterranean.
A year later, the Battle of Waterloo ended his second reign. -
Died in prison on the Atlantic island, St. Helena
