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dec 2, 1804 - Napoleon Crowns Himself Emperor

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After gaining the full support of France, Napoleon becomes emperor. However, as the pope reached to put the crown on his head, Napoleon grabbed it and put it on his head himself. This sent a message to France and the world: Napoleon held the most power.

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dec 2, 1804
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~ 221 years ago