To round out our Meet the Bonapartes series, we turn to Napoleon’s eldest – and apparently coolest – brother, Joseph. Affable, charming, and comfortable in his own skin, he was a contrast to most of his siblings, including Napoleon. His easygoing nature made him popular even with political opponents, and Joseph was an important player…
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66. Meet the Bonapartes: Caroline Bonaparte Murat, Queen of Naples
If Pauline was Napoleon’s most loyal sister, Caroline was undoubtedly his most scheming. As a child, she took orders from her big brother, but as he rose from celebrated military commander to Emperor, she made sure he never forgot to improve her fortunes, as well. After she married one of Napoleon’s military advisors – a…