Napoleon Bonaparte
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The man and the myth: 15 Napoleon Bonaparte books for budding military historiansRidley Scott’s 'Napoleon' is now in theatres. Here are 15 out of the 10,000 books, inspired by the film’s themes and battles.The CuratorNov 27, 2023
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‘Legendary’ Napoleon hat sells for $2.8 million at auctionThe signature bicorne hat is believed to have been worn by Napoleon Bonaparte around 1810, while he was busy conquering Europe.WorldNov 20, 2023
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Clumsy tourist snaps toes off statue while posing for photo in ItalyVideo shows the tourist mimicking the statue's pose just before he leaned against it, snapping off its toes.TrendingAug 6, 2020
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‘World’s most useless airport’ brings first commercial flight to British island of St. HelenaLondon media have ripped the airport project for costing over 60,000 pounds per St. Helena resident.TrendingOct 14, 2017
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6ix Secrets: Toronto’s Bata Shoe Museum unlocks the past through historic collectionWhen thinking of historical artifacts, footwear might not be the first thing to come to mind. But at the Bata Shoe Museum, there are priceless pieces dating back hundreds of years that each have an important story to tell, such as stockings that belonged to Napoleon Bonaparte.CanadaNov 8, 2016
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Saskatchewan museum learns history of prized bronze bustMuseum at University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon learns prized bust once belonged to French emperor.CanadaJan 24, 2015
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