Napoleon Bonaparte crowned Emperor of France

Historical Context Note

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At a solemn ceremony in the Cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris, Napoleon crowns himself Emperor of the French and is blessed by Pope Pius VII who officiates at the ceremony.

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