CLEAN : Napoleon pistols go on auction to mark 200 years since Waterloo

The video explores a historical artifact, a pair of pistols made by Jean LePage, gifted by Napoleon to his son in 1814. The pistols, crafted from walnut and encrusted in gold, feature intricate engravings and symbolic elements like the Imperial eagle and Napoleon's cipher. The video provides historical context, highlighting Napoleon's influence across continents and the significance of this last gift to his son.

What materials were used in the construction of the pistols?

• Ivory, velvet, and blued steel

• Gold, silver, and bronze

• Wood, iron, and copper

• Plastic, rubber, and glass

Who was the creator of the pistols gifted by Napoleon?

• Jean Baptiste

• Claude Monet

• Jean LePage

• Louis Vuitton

In which year were the pistols made?

• 1804

• 1814

• 1824

• 1834

What is the significance of the Imperial eagle on the pistols?

• It signifies the end of a war

• It is a symbol of peace

• It is a mark of the gun maker

• It represents Napoleon's empire

What was the intended use of the pistols?

• They were not meant to be used despite being functional

• They were designed for hunting

• They were used in military training

• They were meant for ceremonial purposes