Because this site belongs to a diving tour company rather than to an aquarium or museum, the information about the Napoleon wrasse is "up close and personal." Learn basic facts about these fish, but also learn how they react to humans in...

An image of "Portrait of Napoleon, First King of Italy", created by Andrea Appiani, c. 1805 (Oil on canvas, 98 x 74 cm).

An image of "Napoleon and Pitt Observing Each Other", created by Piercy Roberts, c. 1809 (Coloured engraving).

Information on the original Madeleine Church. Discusses where and why it was rebuilt.

This site describes the pigeon post which was in operation during the Franco-Prussian War. It gives historical background, discusses communications, organization of the pigeon service, and dispatches.

The Hanover College History offers several excellent images of Romantic Art. The site provides the year each one was created.

Edward Livingston (26 May 1764-23 May 1836) was a prominent American jurist and statesman. He was an influential figure in the drafting of the Louisiana Civil Code of 1825, a civil code based largely on the Napoleonic Code. He...

A summary of one of the largest land purchases in history, the Louisiana Purchase.

This PBS site provides images of all pages of the original Louisiana Purchase, with a transcript.