Napoleon Bonaparte

Napoleon Bonaparte was a French military leader who rose to power after the French Revolution which overthrew the monarchy. He was shrewd and cunning and a person who knew that bigger numbers did not always mean bigger strength. His small armies are known to have triumphed over larger armies. The Napoleonic Code of Legal Reforms which he formed is used till date in many places. His military leadership and the regard for the common man made him famous and he ruled and influenced France for many years.