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Napoleon Despotism
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Enlightened despotism refers to a form of government where an absolute ruler, often considered a tyrant, implements reforms in line with the principles of the Enlightenment. Key aspects of being an enlightened despot include granting religious toleration, allowing freedom of the press and speech, and promoting education. Napoleon I is frequently acknowledged as one of…
| born | August 15, 1769, Ajaccio, France |
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| died | May 5, 1821, Museu Casa de Longwood, Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha |
| description | Napoléon Bonaparte, usually referred to as simply Napoleon in English, was a French military and political leader who rose to prominence during the French Revolution and led several successful campaigns during the Revolutionary Wars. He was the de facto leader of the French Republic as First Consul from 1799 to 1804. |
| books | An Autobiography of the Emperor 1931 |
| children | Napoleon II, Eugène de Beauharnais, Hélène Napoleone Bonaparte, Charles Léon |
| quotations | Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake. Ten people who speak make more noise than ten thousand who are silent. Glory is fleeting, but obscurity is forever. In politics stupidity is not a handicap. Religion is what keeps the poor from murdering the rich. |
| information | Height: 5′ 6″ Buried: December 15, 1840, Les Invalides, Paris, France Spouse: Marie Louise, Duchess of Parma (m. 1810–1821) |
