Founders Notes: Napoleon

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The Mind of Napoleon Napoleon I (Emperor of the French) What distinguishes Frederick most is not the cleverness of his moves but his boldness. —- boldness is the common quality singled out by Napoleon in the seven great generals whom he cites as examples. NOTE Napoleon admires boldness The Mind of Napoleon Napoleon I (Emperor of the French) Napoleon was a manipulator of things and men. The Mind of Napoleon Napoleon I (Emperor of the French) In Napoleon each thought is a step to an action. The Mind of Napoleon Napoleon I (Emperor of the French) By "character" Napoleon seems to have understood physical courage as well as perseverance, daring, and similar qualities. The equilibrium of intellect and character, which he liked to call "squareness," was one of his favorite notions... NOTE Napoleon’s notion of Squareness. The Mind of Napoleon Napoleon I (Emperor of the French) Napoleon (watching Smolensk burn): It's like Vesuvius erupting! Don't you think this is a beautiful sight, Mr. Grand Equerry? Caulaincourt: Horrible, Sire. Napoleon: Bah! Remember, gentlemen, what a Roman emperor said: "The corpse of an enemy always smells sweet.” NOTE Extreme Napoleon David A. Bell Napoleon's genius

Founders Notes: Napoleon

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