People in History
The people behind the moments: leaders, scientists, explorers and ordinary people whose choices changed what came next.
1825
1825 · Technology
The Erie Canal Opens a Water Route Across New York
October 26, 18251824
1824 · Music
Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony premieres in Vienna
May 7, 18241815
1815 · Politics
A Ship Reaches Saint Helena: Napoleon’s Final Exile Begins
October 15, 18151814
1814 · War & Conflict
Napoleon fights the allied army at Brienne
January 29, 18141812
1812 · War & Conflict
Napoleon Leaves Moscow: The Retreat Begins
October 19, 18121809
1809 · War & Conflict
Napoleon defeats an Austrian army at Eckmühl
April 22, 18091808
1808 · Music
Beethoven's Fifth and Sixth Symphonies Premiere
December 22, 18081806
1806 · War & Conflict
Napoleon’s armies defeat Prussia at Jena and Auerstedt
October 14, 18061804
1804 · Politics
Napoleon Is Crowned Emperor
December 2, 18041799
1799 · Politics
The Coup of 18 Brumaire Brings Napoleon Bonaparte to Power
November 9, 17991798
1798 · War & Conflict
Napoleon’s expedition sails for Egypt
May 19, 17981797
1797 · Technology