Jérôme Bonaparte
French noble and military leader
Born
November 15th, 1784
240 years ago
Died
1860
165 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Born in 1784, this individual served as a naval officer and played a significant role during the Napoleonic Wars. As the youngest brother of Napoleon Bonaparte, this person received the title of King of Westphalia and ruled from 1807 to 1813. The administration focused on modernizing the region and implementing reforms in governance. Following the downfall of Napoleon, this person lived in exile and later returned to France, where he engaged in various political and social activities.
Served as King of Westphalia from 1807 to 1813
Modernized local governance and administration in Westphalia
Participated in the Napoleonic Wars as a naval officer
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