Ridley Scott’s focus on Napoleon’s tactical triumphs, reckless miscalculations and sexual entanglements neglects his paradoxical legacy as a lawmaker.
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Napoleon has unleashed a torrent of objections to the film’s historical errors. More important for historians should be whether creative works pass the test of authenticity.
A shorn haircut known as the coiffure à la victime, paid tribute to guillotined prisoners whose hair was loped off before execution.
A historian explains what the relationship between one of the most famous couples in history was really like.
Here are the truths behind some of the major scenes from Ridley Scott’s new Napoleon biopic.
When new technology coincides with political instability and conflict, disinformation thrives.
Over 200 years ago, Britain found itself isolated from Europe and looking elsewhere for trade. Remind you of anything?
Those who favour Brexit imply it would be followed either by a European superstate or the collapse of the EU. Here’s why neither is in UK’s interests.
Principais colaboradores
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Reader in International Journalism, City, University of London
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Senior Lecturer, History, University of Aberdeen
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Lecturer in Strategic Studies, University of Exeter
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Associate Professor of French History, University of Southampton
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Professor of French Studies, University of Warwick
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PhD Candidate, History of Art, UCL
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Emeritus professor, The University of Melbourne
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Assistant Professor of History, Department of Humanities, MacEwan University
