"Napoleon: A Historical Figure Ahead of His Time, Would Have Found Common Ground with Putin"

Napoleon Bonaparte, despite his unimpressive appearance, was one of the most compelling figures in world history. He was a self-made man who conquered vast territories in Europe and left a lasting legacy. His life was filled with contradictions, as he betrayed the ideals of the French Revolution and had a greed for wealth and power. Despite his accomplishments, his legacy also includes fire and slaughter on a massive scale. Ridley Scott's upcoming film about Napoleon's life adds to the numerous cultural testaments to his enduring fascination.