History Myths: George Washington's Cherry Tree and Napoleon's Height

The video explores how history is often filled with myths and exaggerations. It begins by discussing Herodotus and Napoleon's views on history as a collection of lies. The video then debunks myths about George Washington, such as the cherry tree story and the belief that he had wooden teeth. Finally, it addresses the misconception about Napoleon Bonaparte's height, explaining that he was of average height for his time.

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