Napoleon's Ascendancy: Military Triumphs and Political Maneuvering

Napoleon initially supported the Jacobins, writing a pamphlet that impressed their leaders. However, as power shifted, he was placed under house arrest. The new government, needing skilled military leaders, did not charge him. Napoleon aligned with them and proved his worth during a royalist revolt, securing the Directory's rule and earning a promotion. He then led French troops in Italy, transforming them into a formidable force that achieved significant victories against the Austrians, impressing the people back in France.

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