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“When I was happy I thought I knew men, but it was fated that I should know them in misfortune only.”

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Napoleon Bonaparte, a military commander and statesman from France, was born on August 15, 1769, and died on May 5, 1821. He is a controversial historical figure who led a series of reforms in France and became a significant figure in French history. more

“Suicide is a crime the most revolting to the feelings; nor does any reason suggest itself to our understanding by which it can be justified. It certainly originates in that species of fear which we denominate poltroonery. For what claim can that man have to courage who trembles at the frowns of fortunes? True heroism consists in being superior to the ills of life in whatever shape they may challenge him to combat.”

Men May Doe Reason Feelings Understanding Challenges Crime Shapes Claims Suicide Fortune Species Superiors Combat Heroism Justified True Hero

Author:Napoleon Bonaparte

“Surely in a matter of this kind we should endeavor to do something, that we may say that we have not lived in vain, that we may leave some impress of ourselves on the sands of time.”

Should Kind May Matter Time Vain Sand Endeavor Impress Sands Of Time

Author:Napoleon Bonaparte

“Tragedy warms the soul, elevates the heart, can and ought to create heroes. In this sense, perhaps, France owes a part of her great actions to Corneille.”

Heart Soul Action Ought Hero Tragedy France

Author:Napoleon Bonaparte

“Providence is always on the side of the last reserve.”

War Lasts Sides Providence Reserves

Author:Napoleon Bonaparte

Quote by Napoleon Bonaparte

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