Napoleon
TV-PG
8
2000
Documentary
Napoleon's extraordinary rise from obscure military man to hero of the French people convinces him that he is destined for greatness.
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- Cast:
- David McCullough
Episode 3 : Summit of Greatness
November. 15,2000
Napoleon conquer most of Europe in a series of brilliant triumphs, including his legendary victory at the Battle of Austerlitz. To sustain his rule, he must keep fighting. But when he invades Spain, he has begun to reach too far.
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Episode 2 : Mastering Luck
November. 08,2000
Charts Napoleon's ascent to absolute power, from victorious General to first Consul to Emperor of France. It describes his extraordinary achievements – from the Napoleonic Code and the Bank of France, to bridges, roads, and canals – as well as the tyrannical nature of his rule and the violent opposition of most of Europe.
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Episode 1 : To Destiny
November. 08,2000
The story of Napoleon's extraordinary rise from Corsican obscurity to the victories in Italy that made him a hero to the French people and convinced him that he was destined for greatness. It also tells of his love for Josephine Beauharnais, a woman of extravagant habits and tastes, who did not at first return his passionate affection.
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