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History for Grownups
copyright 2007,
David White

Napoleon III

He had a famous emperor's name but not his success.

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The Life and Legacy of Napoleon III
Excellent details and analysis of the famed French emperor

Encyclopedia entry
From the online encyclopedia Wikipedia

Short bio of the Emperor
Summary of his life, with famous artwork thrown in

Crimean War
He was emperor during this pivotal mid-19th-Century conflict

The Franco-Prussian War
Find out more about Napoleon's disastrous attempt to stop German influence in Europe.

The Battle of Sedan
Napoleon lost his command and his empire at this battle during the Franco-Prussian War.

The Paris Commune
This was the socialist government that ruled France in the waning days of the Franco-Prussian War, succeeding Napoleon III.

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