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201552 min0documentary

7.0/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

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Napoleon

201552 min0documentary

7.0/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

From the battlefields of Austerlitz to the streets of Paris, historian Andrew Roberts retraces the significant events that shaped Napoleon Bonaparte's legacy.

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From the battlefields of Austerlitz to the streets of Paris, historian Andrew Roberts retraces the significant events that shaped Napoleon Bonaparte's legacy.

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Andrew Roberts walks through the battlefields of Austerlitz and the streets of Paris, retracing the life of Napoleon Bonaparte. The documentary covers key events that marked Napoleon's rise and fall, detailing his military strategies and political ambitions. Locations across Europe play a significant role in shaping his legacy. Roberts provides a thorough account of how these places influenced Napoleon's decisions and actions, offering insight into his impact on European history.

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