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Part 1: The Humble Corsican

Part 1: The Humble Corsican

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 You’ve heard the name Napoleon Bonaparte. But who was he, really? In 1769 a boy is born on the Mediterranean island of Corsica. He will go on to become an emperor - a virtual god in his adopted homeland, a nemesis to his international foes. So how does Napoleon become the most powerful man on Earth? And why doesn’t he stop, even once he has it all? As featured on Real Dictators. A Noiser production, written by Jeff Dawson. This is Part 1 of 6. For ad-free listening, exclusive content and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Now available for Apple and Android users. Click the Noiser+ banner on Apple or go to noiser.com/subscriptions to get started with a 7-day free trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Great narrator. Also has guest experts to elaborate on things, Bernard Cornwell for one. As I am new to the Napoleonic history, I am finding this series engaging and fascinating. I think it will be a good foundation for further study.

A good intro to Napoleon.

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