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The life of Napoleon

In appointing him to the command in Italy the Directors were taking a considerable risk. But his personality had impressed many of the leading men in Paris ; his action during the events of Vend^miaire had attracted attention ; he had already some acquaintance with the Italian theatre of war. He was consequently in a position to push forward his demand for the command of the army in Italy. Moreover, he was familiar with the Italian language, and in this respect was better suited than were such men as Kellermann or Davoust for the appointment. He was indeed better qualified for the post than any of his contemporaries, for in addition to his acquaintance with Italian he had received the best military education ; he had gained valuable experience at the siege of Toulon, and in 1794 he had drawn up for the Italian campaign plans which would have proved successful had Carnot not ordered a general retirement. As it was, his plans were carried out under his own direction in 1796.

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AEQ-4859
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: London, Methuen.,
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English
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681374206
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Napoleon
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