When Napoleon Bonaparte established the First French Empire in 1804 and crowned himself Emperor, he swiftly expanded his power across Europe and spread major reforms. His ambition was unmatched as he wielded a massive army to conquer the continent. But not all was right in the Empire.
History books often speak of Napoleon’s failed campaign against Russia in 1812, as well as the haunting catastrophe that followed as his army retreated. But what was the cause of such wanton death as Napoleon’s troops tried to return home? Click on to find out.