Napoleon's military star first shone at the siege of Toulon in 1793, where he commanded the artillery, a post which he filled with the greatest energy. For his valiant action at Toulon, he w... Read allNapoleon's military star first shone at the siege of Toulon in 1793, where he commanded the artillery, a post which he filled with the greatest energy. For his valiant action at Toulon, he was rewarded with the rank of brigadier-general. In 1796 the campaign was vigorously pursue... Read allNapoleon's military star first shone at the siege of Toulon in 1793, where he commanded the artillery, a post which he filled with the greatest energy. For his valiant action at Toulon, he was rewarded with the rank of brigadier-general. In 1796 the campaign was vigorously pursued in Italy, until in November, the French were hotly contending against the Austrians at A... Read all