lied force of the Prussia, Austria and Russia attacked France and Napoleon was forced to abdicate and was exiled to the island of Elba with 1000 men. Less than a year later Napoleon returned to the almost instant embracement of his people and his troops. The allies marched once more on France. Britain backed up by Prussia met and defeated Napoleon at Waterloo. Napoleon had fought his last battle. Napoleon was exiled once more this time for good to St Helena where he died at just 51 years of age. Once exiled for the final time at St Helena Napoleon said, “Waterloo will erase the memory of all my victories.” He was wrong; Napoleon is remembered for all his glamorous military victories as well as his reasoned lawmaking, his leadership qualities, his genius and his charismatic persona. Napoleon was a patriotic, loyal Frenchman who loved his people and his country with all his heart. Napoleons work meant everything to him and he was a true genius in ever aspect of the word. Napoleon Bonaparte was arguably the greatest Frenchman of all time.CHARACTER PORTRAYAL IN THE FILM - 'WATERLOO'In the film ‘Waterloo’ Napoleon is first seen abdicating for the fist time after his defeat. Napoleon shows his determination and will by initially refusing and trying to find a solution. He then is forced to abdicate and be exiled to Elba Island. Napoleon bids France farewell with this patriotic speech:France has fallen, so remember me.Though I love you all I cannot embrace you all(Kisses flag)With this kiss - remember me.Goodbye my soldiers, goodbye my sons, goodbye my children.This speech portrays Napoleon’s patriotism and love of France. Also his devotion and affection for the French people he loved. The reaction from those who witnessed the speech was an emotional display of their admiration, love and respect for their emperor. The tears shed by those there that day showed their sadness and loss.Napoleon was a ver...
