Episode Details

Did you know one of the most powerful rulers in history started out as a bullied kid from a tiny island? Jump into the time machine with Mira and Finn to meet Napoleon Bonaparte! Napoleon was a brilliant math and map-reading genius who rose through the ranks of the French army at lightning speed. He was so confident that he even lifted a heavy gold crown and crowned himself Emperor of France! But wait, wasn't Napoleon super short? We are busting history's biggest myth and uncovering the hilarious reason why everyone thought he was the size of an elf (hint: it involves giant bodyguards with massive furry hats!). Discover how Napoleon's unstoppable army marched all across Europe, building roads and creating fair laws that many countries still use today. You will also learn about his most disastrous mistake—marching hundreds of thousands of soldiers straight into a freezing Russian winter trap! Plus, find out how his troops accidentally stumbled upon the legendary Rosetta Stone buried in the Egyptian sand, unlocking the secrets of the ancient mummies! Buckle up for a wild historical adventure!