Napoleon's military victories and political maneuvering propelled him to prominence during the French Revolution.
Siege of Toulon
1793
Napoleon's brilliant tactical command at the Siege of Toulon earned him the rank of brigadier general.
13 Vendémiaire Rising
1795
Napoleon put down the royalist 13 Vendémiaire rising in Paris, which helped him win promotion to Commander of the Interior.
Italian Campaign
1796
Napoleon was given command of the French army in Italy and began a successful campaign against Austria.
Egyptian Campaign
1798
Napoleon led an expedition to Egypt, which, despite military victories, ultimately ended in defeat due to the destruction of the French fleet by the British.
