More than 100 personal relics of Napoleon Bonaparte, from his military hat to divorce documents, are showcased in Paris before going under the hammer at a historic auction.
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Over 100 relics belonging to legendary emperor Napoleon — which shaped empires, broke hearts and spawned centuries of fascination — are on display in Paris ahead of being auctioned.
The items include his battered military hat, a sleeve from his red velvet coat, and even the divorce papers that ended one of history’s most tormented romances.
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