What do you think was Napoleon's goal in Farewell to the Old Guard (this was from the end of his career)?
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By bidding farewell to his troops, he sought to legitimize his leadership, reinforce the idea that he remained their rightful commander, and frame his downfall as a difficult but dignified choice. Show more…
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