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Battle of Waterloo

The Battle of Waterloo, where Napoleon's sleep deprivation allegedly affected his judgment and decision-making.

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Jan 17, 2026

Did Napoleon take a nap before battles?

Napoleon did take naps and rested in short bursts even during campaigns, a habit reported by multiple biographical and popular sources . At the same time, his sleep was irregular—sometimes restful, so...

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