Napoleon's Campaigns and Achievements

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Where was Napoleon Bonaparte born?

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Ajaccio, Corsica

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What was Napoleon's first major military success that gained him national attention?

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Siege of Toulon

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What was the purpose of Napoleon's Egyptian campaign?

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To disrupt British trade routes to India

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Which British admiral defeated Napoleons fleet at Abukir Bay?

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Admiral Nelson

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What important archeological discovery was made during Napoleons campaign in Egypt?

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The Rosetta Stone

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What was the name of the French government that Napoleon overthrew in 1799?

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The Directory

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What was the name of the coup that brought Napoleon to power?

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The Coup of 18 Brumaire

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When did Napoleon officially declare himself Emperor of France?

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1804

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Where did Napoleon's coronation take place?

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Notre-Dame Cathedral

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Why did Napoleon crown himself instead of letting the Pope do it?

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He wanted to symbolize his independence and supreme authority.