How would you explain the rise of Napoleon?

The key factors that led to the rise of Napoleon were:

1. French Revolution — The French Revolution of 1789 overturned centuries of monarchy and feudalism, replacing it with ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity. This created opportunities for ambitious individuals like Napoleon to rise through the ranks based on merit rather than aristocratic birth.
2. Political Instability — The Directory, the ruling body in the late 1790s suffered political instability due to the clashes caused among the Directors and the Legislative Councils who sought to dismiss them. This paved the way for the rise of Napoleon.
3. Military Genius — Napoleon's victories in the Italian Campaigns (1796-1797) and the Egyptian Campaign (1798-1799) earned him fame and admiration of the French people.
4. Reforms and Policies — Napoleon introduced many laws such as the protection of private property and a uniform system of weights and measures provided by the decimal system. He implemented a series of reforms known as the Napoleonic Code modernizing French law and promoting meritocracy.
5. Propaganda and Charisma — Napoleon was a master of propaganda, carefully crafting his image as a hero of the Revolution and a defender of French interests. Initially, many saw Napoleon as a liberator who would bring freedom for the people. But soon the Napoleonic armies came to be viewed everywhere as an invading force.