The voyage to Saint Helena began on August 15, 1815, aboard the HMS Bellerophon. Napoleon was initially treated with a degree of respect by the British, who recognized his status as a former emperor. However, as the ship sailed away from the shores of Europe, the reality of his situation began to sink in. The journey lasted several days, during which Napoleon’s mood fluctuated between defiance and resignation. He engaged in conversations with his captors and fellow passengers, sharing his thoughts on his past actions and the events that led to his downfall.