Despite an indifferent career at military school, created an enormous Empire for France stretching from Spain to Russia: crowned as Napoleon I in 1804. His monument is of porphyry from Finland: inside it the body of the Emperor is contained in a series of six coffins of tin, mahogany, lead (2), ebony, and a last one of oak. He is buried in uniform with his hat across his legs. (bio by: David Conway)
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Repose en Paix , Empereur ! -
paul sones Added: May. 17, 2013
Napoleon Bonaparte:to a wonderful and marvelous leader and also made a difference for France, remembering you after 192 years, May you rest in peace! -
MFPS Added: May. 5, 2013
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