the napoleonic era

Napoleon Bonaparte was a significant man who was regarded as a person who was responsible for many historic events that would reshape France and Europe during the late 18th and early 19th century. He has been portrayed as a merciless leader, fearing little that stood in his way. Napoleon led his army in this fashion for nearly 20 years, literally changing the face of Europe and of his people. Around 1814, however, Napoleon's reign was to cease; …

…with it, perhaps because of his arrogance and character, led to his decline. Napoleon will always be regarded as a war hero and legend, and perhaps a great catalyst of change. His quest for peace was overpowered by his lust for power and his greed, but the results of Napoleon's leadership and ideas would greatly improve France and all of Europe following his reign. Napoleon will always be remembered as a revolutionary and a legend.