3. Who is the first historical figure the time bandits encounter?
From Quiz Time Bandits
Answer:
Napoleon
The first time hole brings the bandits to the battle of Castiglione in 1796. The bandits, who describe themselves as international criminals, perform a song for Napoleon:
"Like the wallpaper sticks to the wall
Like the seashore sticks to the sea
Like you never get rid of your shadow, boy
You'll never get rid of me.
Me and my shadow
Strolling down the avenue.
Me and my shadow
Not a soul to tell our troubles to.
We fit together
And when it's twelve o'clock, we climb the stairs.
We never knock, cause nobody's there.
Me and my shadow
All alone and feelin blue."
After the show, Napoleon develops an instant affinity for the bandits because of their small stature, and appoints them as his generals. In this capacity, the bandits are able to infiltrate his palace. They wait for him to overindulge in wine, and proceed to steal whatever they can, including his golden hand. Napoleon was played by Ian Holm.