Saint Helena

Following his defeat in the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, Napoleon was exiled to the island of Saint Helena in the Atlantic Ocean. There, he lived in less than desirable conditions in Longwood House under the captivity of Hudson Lowe. In his memoirs, he often complained about his situation and the people around him. Saint Helena is significant as the place where Napoleon Bonaparte spent his final years in waning health and sanity. In February 1821, he began to experience failing health. On May 5, he passed away at the age of 51. Not until 1840 were his remains transported to Paris, where a state funeral was held. In a tomb at Les Invalides, one of the most prolific leaders in history lies at rest.