Why Did Napoleon Bonaparte Rise To Power?

Napoleon Bonaparte rose to supreme power in such a way that had not been seen since the ancient Caesars. Napoleon was able to conquer an empire that extended throughout almost all of Europe and subsequently, was able to rule over more than 70 million people. With an experienced military background Napoleon was ambitious, power hungry and determined to seize power. Napoleon Bonaparte’s extensive military capabilities aside, there were many historical events that took place unleashing ideas and opportunities which prompted his rule. Napoleon Bonaparte’s supreme power was made possible by the ideas and events of the previous century, specifically those of The Industrial Revolution, The Rise of Democracy and The French Revolution. If it was not