If Pope Pius VII represented the decay of ancient superstition, Bonaparte represented the high and palmy state of modern opinion; yet not insulting
The Coronation of Napoleon
This series has three easy 5 minute installments. This first installment: Napoleon Elected Emperor.IntroductionThe French Revolution did not set
Montreal Consecrated at Notre Dame in Paris
Henceforth it was to be called Villemarie de Montreal, [8] -- a sacred town, reared to the honor and under the patronage of Christ, St. Joseph, and
Siege of Paris
It ended when the Vikings were bought off and the Emperor deposed.Continuing Empire of the Franks Splits and Decays,our selection from A Popular
Vikings Attack Paris
In November, 885, under the reign of Charles the Fat, after having, for more than forty years, irregularly ravaged France, they resolved to unite
Civil War in France Begins
Today's installment concludes Murders of Louis XVI and Murat; Civil War in France,our selection from The French Revolution -- A History by Thomas
Marat Murdered
As for Charlotte Corday, her work is accomplished; the recompense of it is near and sure.Continuing Continuing Murders of Louis XVI and Murat; Civil
Charlotte Corday
The Moderates are next to die but Charlotte Corday has her own plans.Continuing Murders of Louis XVI and Murat; Civil War in France,our selection
The Blade Falls
His hands are tied, his head bare; the fatal moment is come.Continuing Murders of Louis XVI and Murat; Civil War in France,our selection from The