“A commander in chief ought to say to himself several times a day: If the enemy should appear on my front, on my right, on my left, what would I do? And if the question finds him uncertain, he is not well placed, he is not as he should be, and he should remedy it.”
Quote by Napoleon Bonaparte
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Napoleon in his own words from the French of Jules Bertaut
This book presents a collection of personal correspondence, speeches, and other writings of Napoleon Bonaparte, translated from the original French by Jules Bertaut. It offers insight into the thoughts and actions of one of history's most influential figures, providing a firsthand account of his experiences and perspectives. more
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Napoleon Bonaparte
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