Napoleon Bonaparte's fascination with the Orient, especially India, spurred his ambition to challenge Britain's hold on the subcontinent. Despite forming diplomatic treaties with the likes of Persia and Russia, Napoleon faced significant challenges in his quest to conquer India.
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