Napoleon, First Consul (1799-1804), Emperor (1804-1815) (Saint Domingue (France)) : All Data

Napoleon Bonaparte, the First Consul and later Emperor of the First French Empire, ruled from 1799 to 1815. During his tenure, he led France in several significant wars, including the Napoleonic Wars (1803-1815), which involved conflicts with various European powers such as Britain, Austria, Prussia, and Russia. Additionally, Napoleon waged the Peninsular War (1807-1814) against Spain and Portugal, and the War of the Fifth Coalition (1809) against Austria. These wars, spanning the entirety of his rule, shaped the geopolitical landscape of Europe and showcased Napoleon's military prowess and ambition.