True character stands the test of emergencies. Do not be mistaken, it is weakness from which the awakening is rude.
Napoleon BonaparteWisdom and policy dictate that we must do as destiny demands and keep peace with the irresistible march of events.
Napoleon BonaparteI am a soldier and accustomed to risking my life every day. I am full of the fire of youth; I cannot act with the restraint of an accomplished diplomat.
Napoleon BonaparteEurope thus divided into nationalities freely formed and free internally, peace between States would have become easier: the United States of Europe would become a possibility.
Napoleon Bonaparte