The French revolution was one of the bloodiest events in recent history. Over twelve brief months in 1793-1974 more than 30,000 French were guillotined. But out of this carnage a new order was born which put an end to the new regime. This meant that a talented person could rise higher into political life than ever before. Napoleon Bonaparte was such a person. Although, the son of a minor noble, he became on of France's greatest leaders. …
