Emperor Napoleon, the renowned figure of France, breathed his last on May 5, 1821, on the desolate island of St. Helena. Future generations have been curious about the last meal of this monarch before departing from the world.
Regarded as one of the greatest military leaders in history, Emperor Napoleon was famous for his military prowess. He commanded the French army and defeated many formidable foes.
According to historians, Emperor Napoleon participated in 60 battles and only lost 7. This military strategist excelled not only in strategy but also in tactics. In many campaigns, Napoleon effectively used the tactic of outnumbering his enemies through rapid and bold movements, dividing enemy forces to attack, and cutting off their retreat…
Emperor Napoleon.
As a result, Napoleon is celebrated as one of the most outstanding generals in the history of military warfare. However, after his historic defeat at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, he was forced to abdicate and sentenced to exile on the island of St. Helena in the South Atlantic.
After six years of living on St. Helena, Napoleon took his last breath. The subsequent autopsy concluded that the cause of death was stomach cancer.
Regarding the death of Napoleon – the once-celebrated emperor of France, many are curious about what he ate for his last meal.
According to researchers, during his time living in the Longwood House on St. Helena, Napoleon had a steward who took care of his meals.
Every day, the steward prepared meals for Napoleon, featuring dishes made from beef, lamb, pork, bread, chicken eggs, milk, turkey, goose, and pigeons…
Napoleon enjoyed these dishes accompanied by wine, cognac, rum, or malt whiskey…
Researchers state that Napoleon’s last meal included: beef, eggs, tomatoes, toast, and a bit of sherry.
Due to prolonged illness and weakness, Emperor Napoleon could not enjoy his last meal. He passed away in 1821 at the age of 52.
