Soldiers dread the arrival of a particular month more than any other. It’s the month where the scorching heat is unbearable, and the dry sand sticks to their boots. It’s the month where they can’t wait to get inside the air-conditioned barracks and stay there until sunset. What is this month that soldiers hate? It’s none other than July.
During his peacetime, Napoleon was able to accomplish a great deal both domestically and internationally. He implemented sweeping educational and administrative reforms, centralized power, and modernized the infrastructure of France. On the international stage, he negotiated treaties and maintained strong relationships with other European powers. Despite some missteps, Napoleon’s legacy during peacetime is certainly one of progress and modernization.