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Napoleon's Paris - A Guide to the Napoleonic Sites of the Consulate and First French Empire 1799–1815 - cover

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Napoleon's Paris - A Guide to the Napoleonic Sites of the Consulate and First French Empire 1799–1815

David Buttery

Publisher: Pen & Sword Military

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Summary

A specialist in Napoleonic history reveals the legendary leader’s influence on the City of Light in this illustrated visitor’s guide. 
 
Historian David Buttery explores the many connections between Napoleon and Paris, where many remarkable buildings and monuments date from his time in power. Many of the city’s most famous sites were built or enhanced on Napoleon’s instructions, while others are closely associated with him and the First French Empire. 
 
Buttery explores the Napoleonic history of the Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Hôtel des Invalides, Musée de l’Armée, Notre Dame Cathedral, Père-Lachaise Cemetery, and other fascinating sites. Full of evocative detail and practical information, Napoleon’s Paris is essential reading for every history buff who visits the French capital.
Available since: 07/19/2020.
Print length: 264 pages.

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