The 8 Children of Napoleon — What Happened To Them?
Napoleon fathered at least six children and adopted two
Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) needs no further introduction. His place is among history's greats, such as Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, and Abraham Lincoln.
Napoleon had an exciting love life. He was married twice and embarked on numerous affairs with Europe's most beautiful women. All that while being busy reforming France according to the ideals of the French Revolution and conquering the world.
During his lifetime, Napoleon fathered or adopted at least eight children. Let’s have a closer look at their lives.
1. Hedonist Charles Leon — Napoleon’s first child
After becoming an emperor of France in 1804, Napoleon needed an heir to ensure the stability of the French Empire. His wife, Josephine, had two children from her previous marriage, therefore it was widely believed, that Napoleon was sterile.
Napoleon, being smart and pragmatic, decided to test the rumor by having sex with a mistress.
