> The wisdom of sending a full regiment to catch a single man If I recall correctly, Napoleon already had a few hundred men with him at that point. The 5th wa

> The wisdom of sending a full regiment to catch a single man If I recall correctly, Napoleon already had a few hundred men with him at that point. The 5th was considered royalist, so I am pretty certain they were not sent with the intent of giving Napoleon more men. I wouldn't say I think the man was a very nice guy, but I can't help but admire that level of charisma. Regardless of politics, it is awe-inspiring.