aug 1, 1802 - Napoleon becomes First Consul
Description:
In August 1802, Napoleon proclaimed himself First Consul for Life. A new constitution of his own devising legislated a succession to rule for his son (even though he had not yet fathered any children) and he had taken the major steps in creating a new regime in his own image.Added to timeline:
Date:
aug 1, 1802
Now
~ 223 years ago