His Imperial Majesty Napoleon 1st
His Imperial Majesty Napoleon I received an exclusive invitation from Corsicatours on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of his birth.
His Majesty did us the honor of answering our team's questions, and we thank him a thousand times over.
Allow us, Your Majesty, to wish you all the best on your birthday. You are more present than ever in Corsica...
This year, I'm taking part in countless celebrations in my honor. I don't know where to put my bicorne, even if my legendary modesty suffers... Animations, exhibitions, dances and Empire music - I've always been a precursor, including in fashion and frivolities.
Oh, I forgot, my grateful Corsican descendants have organized re-enactments of some of my dazzling victories... Austerlitz, Jena, the list goes on and on.
It's true, Your Majesty, that you've become a Corsican staple. The Emperor of Ajaccio tourism, we dare say.
Indeed, the house where I was born is the most visited museum on the island. And let me remind you that I'm the most consulted historical figure on Google© after Christ. I was born on August 15, the Catholic Assumption Day. Mary left, I arrived. Quite a symbol, the beginning of glory.
My family was anonymous, my father Charles-Marie and my mother Letizia were simple folk before they shone in society. Some land, but no real wealth. The Enlightenment was an eye-opener, Pasquale Paoli a reference. My father succeeded in enriching the family estate. He was consumed with ambition for his children. I salute the result, unique in history. Apart from me, the star Buonaparte, my brothers and sisters also did rather well.
Three kings, a queen, a princess, a grand duchess. My uncle Cardinal Fesch now has a fine arts museum in his name, with a unique collection relating to my family. We dominated Europe for over twenty years. Nepotism combined with talent.
Your Majesty, you now have a #napoleonbonaparte on Instagram©. How do you feel about this notoriety among young people?
I started out on the biggest throne in Europe, but the pinnacle of my career would be to have my own Insta account! Posterity will find me humble in the face of fame. I recognize myself somewhat in the lyrics of Angèle's song, but in reverse. A sort of time machine.
"I started with Instagram, It was cool, I had a really good program...
...Everything became easier, Well, especially to get into parties ®"
Me "I started with Wagram, It was cool, I had a choice of weapons..."
I'm leaving you, I'm due at an ego-tribute, and my frock coat hasn't been ironed yet.
Thank you Your Majesty for granting us the privilege of this interview, despite your busy schedule.