USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Napoleon played a key role in the French Revolution (1789–99), served as first consul of France (1799–1804), and was the first emperor of France (1804–14/15). Today Napoleon is widely considered one of the greatest military generals in history.

Detailed explanation-2: -One of his most significant accomplishments was the Napoleonic Code, which streamlined the French legal system and continues to form the foundation of French civil law to this day. In 1802, a constitutional amendment made Napoleon first consul for life.

Detailed explanation-3: -Napoleon implemented the corps system, which became one of his most enduring achievements. Although the concept of organizing armies into division and corps was developed before the French Revolution, Bonaparte was able to make the corps system work more effectively than it had previously.

Detailed explanation-4: -Napoleon considered himself, first and foremost, a military leader in the tradition of the Caesars. He was well trained in military affairs and developed brilliant skills as a strategist and leader of men into battle. His combat successes made him famous.