Engineering an Empire (2005)

S1E12 Napoleon: Steel Monster

Long after the decline of the Roman Empire, French monarchs fought fiercely for dominance over the church and the nobility. The nation descended into turmoil, with rampant violence pushing France toward total catastrophe as the French Revolution devolved into severe oppression. Out of this turmoil rose Napoleon, one of history’s most brilliant military minds. During his rule, France produced remarkable innovations and influential creations that have contributed immensely to engineering marvels throughout the world.