Rothschilds in Turmoil: 1806 and Napoleon's Shadow

This chapter examines the challenges faced by the Rothschild family in 1806, focusing on Mayor Rothschild's smuggling of British goods during the Continental System and the impact of the Holy Roman Empire's dissolution. It highlights the family's commitment to integrity amidst political upheaval, as well as the establishment of a banking network across Europe that would secure their future influence and wealth.