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People who lose a wars are often depicted as tyrants. Had Hitler had won the war we would not have heard about gas chambers and the inhumane acts that were made under his Dictatorship. History is never perfectly represented. It is most usually a History of winners.

As regards commanders in History, I believe he is highly regarded in France to this day, particularly due to his civil reforms. However in his generalship, and later years, his disregard for the lives of his own troops does taint his legacy. Nonetheless he is undoubtedly a hero.

He was a hero for France, because of his ability to win battles when his forces were inadequately supplied, as well as his ability to transform his troops into great soldiers.

I can see why this is such a valid question, but I would also like to add that most of the Napoleonic wars were actually not started by Napoleon. And also as a leader the French, people loved him, not just because he was a war hero but also because he was a great First Consul and Emperor. He brought about the end of religious unrest, revolutionary plots and unfair taxation. He also let most of the exiles, all but 100, come back to France. He lead a frugal life compared to those led by the kings of France before him and gave much back to France. Most importantly, what he gave not just to France but to the world, is his belief in talent over birth right. If Napoleon is not a hero, few if any, can be called one.

Personally, I do not believe he was a tyrant. I would say he was simply overambitious. But of course, this question has no correct answer. Learn about the man yourself and then judge for yourself.

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