In the first act of Ridley Scott’s newest film, “Napoleon,” the French general does something strangely anti-historical: fire a cannon at the tip of the Great Pyramids. In the next scene, he stands on ...

This video examines whether Napoleon Bonaparte should be remembered as a military tyrant or a reformer. It explores his rise ...

Ridley Scott's latest historic epic, Napoleon, is raising eyebrows from French historians — but should taking creative liberties really matter? (Photo illustration: Yahoo News; photos: Getty Images) ...

Sotheby's did not disclose the identity of the seller of the brooch, and said that the buyer was a "private collector." ...

When Russia resumed trading with England, Napoleon prepared to invade Russia. Napoleon amassed an army of 600,000, the largest army Europe had ever seen. After a failed invasion of Moscow, the French ...

And as they say, history often comes back to remind us that it once played a part. The diamond brooch that belonged to ...

When you purchase an independently reviewed book through our site, we earn an affiliate commission. By Hugh Eakin PLUNDER Napoleon’s Theft of Veronese’s Feast By Cynthia Saltzman On Aug. 10, 1793, ...

In a world where Hollywood blockbusters are dominated by tired franchises, Marvel metaverses, and schlocky horror slashers … one man has the experience and budget necessary to direct the ultimate ...

The diamond-encrusted jewel, which the 19th-century French emperor wore on his hat, was lost along with other valuables as he ...

Looks like Napoleon Bonaparte now has his very own cruise. Hot spots from the life of the cocky Corsican who almost conquered Europe (the Duke of Wellington sends his regards) are on the manifest on ...