Napoleon's famous crown was destroyed during the Restoration of the monarchy in 1814 but one of the forty-four large leaves, forty-two detachable berries and twelve smaller leaves was saved - and ...

A massive trove of artwork and curios linked to Napoleon Bonaparte, including one of his iconic bicorne hats, has sold for ...

French (other than the Imperial Guard ) — these forces are under the control of Napoleon. Imperial Guard — these are the best French forces on the battlefield and are under the direct control of ...

His escape, many feared, would restart French imperial expansion, and once more plunge Europe into war. ... (Why claiming the crown cost Napoleon a famous fan: Beethoven.) 4th of July Sale ...

Another important lot is a a gold and diamond ring by Napoleon’s official jeweler, Marc-Etienne Nitot, that was an imperial gift from Napoleon in 1811. Its estimate is €200,000- €300,000 ...

Trailer for Ridley Scott's Napoleon (2023) It is not easy to know the "real" Napoleon.There's a recognisable version of him – the confident general beloved of his troops, the instinctive ...