The Napoleonic Journal

The History of Napoleon Souvenirs | How an Emperor Became an Icon
The History of Napoleon Souvenirs | How an Emperor Became an Icon
For generations, collectors have preserved his memory through unique keepsakes and memorabilia. Read on to discover why Napoleon souvenirs remain a timeless choice for any history enthusiast and how you... Read more...
The Legacy of the First French Empire
The Legacy of the First French Empire
We remember him for the battles, but his most enduring victories weren't won with cannons. Behind the legend of Napoleon lies a radical architect who didn't just conquer nations—he rebooted civilization.... Read more...
flag of the cispadine republic an ally of the French state
Revisiting the Forgotten Sister Republics of the French Revolution
When the French Revolution set Europe ablaze in 1789, it didn't just stay within French borders. Instead, it gave birth to a collection of "Sister Republics"—a series of satellite states... Read more...
Napoleon on Horseback ordering in the style of a general his great army of French Soldiers
Napoleon's Iconic Bicorne Hat
While other European royals were dripping in silk and diamonds, Napoleon Bonaparte was busy perfecting the world’s first global "logo": a simple, unadorned black beaver-skin hat. But don't let the... Read more...
Napoleon Crossing the Alps | A Triumph of Artistry
Napoleon Crossing the Alps | A Triumph of Artistry
We all know the image: Napoleon Bonaparte, calm and commanding, atop a rearing white stallion as he leads his army through the treacherous, wind-swept Great St. Bernard Pass. It is... Read more...
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Napoleon | A Revolutionary?
He crowned himself Emperor, yet he was the man who ensured the cry of Liberté, égalité, fraternité didn't die in the gutters of the Terror. Was Napoleon Bonaparte the gravedigger... Read more...