Video - Napoleon: The Tall Tale of a 'Short' Dictator

Did you know that Napoleon wasn't actually short? Contrary to popular belief, Napoleon Bonaparte stood around 5'6" or 5'7", which was average height for a Frenchman of his time. The myth of his short stature comes from a mix-up between French and British measurements and some good old-fashioned British propaganda. They loved to depict him as a tiny tyrant to mock him. Napoleon even had a nickname, "Le Petit Caporal" or "The Little Corporal," but it was more a term of endearment from his soldiers than a comment on his height. So next time you hear someone call Napoleon short, you can tell them it's just a tall tale! Have you ever been surprised by a historical myth being debunked? Leave a comment!