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Napoleon Bonaparte
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Sweet Far Thing
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- In 1816, Napoleon's carriage was on display, and later, the wonders of the tomb of Seti the First were shown.
Chpt 3Napoleon = French general and emperor who conquered most of continental Europe for a brief time early in the 19th century
- Servants help Marie Antoinette and Sir Walter Raleigh, Napoleon and Queen Elizabeth from their coaches.
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(Napoleon Bonaparte) French general and emperor who ruled (through conquest) most of continental Europe for a brief time (1769-1821)Napoleon rose during the French Revolution, seized power in 1799, and crowned himself emperor in 1804. He expanded French influence through wars across Europe and also passed lasting reforms, especially the Napoleonic Code, which shaped modern civil law in many countries. His failed invasion of Russia (1812) began his decline; he was forced to abdicate, briefly returned to power, and was finally defeated at Waterloo (1815). He died in exile on St. Helena.
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(meaning too rare to warrant focus) Less commonly, napoleon can refer to a pastry, a card game, or to anyone with that name.