Napoleon Bonaparte (Emperor)

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) was a French military leader and emperor who rose to prominence during the French Revolution. Known for his tactical brilliance and ambitious reforms, he expanded the French Empire across Europe in the early 19th century. He established the Napoleonic Code, which influenced modern legal systems. Despite his successes, his campaigns strained resources and led to significant losses, particularly during the failed invasion of Russia in 1812. He was ultimately defeated at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815 and exiled. Napoleon's legacy includes both military innovation and the spread of nationalist ideas across Europe.