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Sep 2017
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Episode Eleven: Cadet Paille-au-nez

Everett Rummage
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Napoleon grows up: surviving military school, coping with the death of his father, and becoming an officer in record time. Also discussed: Bourrienne's problematic 'Memoirs,' Napoleon's love of books, talking to girls, and how the Bonapartes were like the Bluths Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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