Except that Napoleon was not short. The idea that he was short comes from the fact that his measurements at death (5’ 2") was shown in French feet. In English feet, 5’ 6 1’2" – a respectable height for his time. Google it. You’ll see.Unfortunately, humans often value a good story over fact.
GSJohnson over 12 years ago
Little people feel a need to defend themselves more?
IQTech61 over 12 years ago
Except that Napoleon was not short. The idea that he was short comes from the fact that his measurements at death (5’ 2") was shown in French feet. In English feet, 5’ 6 1’2" – a respectable height for his time. Google it. You’ll see.Unfortunately, humans often value a good story over fact.