Napoleon — A magisterial biography
An exhaustive biography of the Emperor, the fruit of rigorous research.
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Articles & In-depth Analysis
Beyond facts and chronologies, our articles offer detailed analysis and insights into the lesser-known aspects of the Napoleonic epic.
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Institutions December 2, 2024 8 min
The Civil Code, legal heritage of the Empire
How Napoleon codified French law and influenced European legislation for centuries.
Militaire November 15, 2024 12 min
The organization of the Grande Armée
Army corps, marshals, strength: structure and evolution of Napoleonic forces.
Campagnes October 20, 2024 15 min
The 1812 Russian campaign
From the Berezina to the retreat: account and analysis of the greatest Napoleonic disaster.
Événements September 8, 2024 6 min
The coronation of 2 December 1804
Symbols, ceremony and political significance of the imperial coronation at Notre-Dame.
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