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Napoleon Bonaparte came to power in France in 1799 as a result of the political upheaval that followed the French Revolution. He was a skilled military commander who had gained prominence during the French Revolutionary Wars, and he was able to use his military prowess to gain control of the French government. Once in power, Napoleon implemented a number of sweeping reforms, including the Napoleonic Code, which standardized laws across the country and strengthened the power of the central government. He also expanded the French empire through military conquest, annexing a number of territories in Europe and establishing a system of satellite states.
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Why did Napoleon Bonaparte come to rule?
He was a part of a coup against the lawful government called the Directory.
How did the French Revolution make it easier for Napoleon to come to power and rule France?
The revolution left a void of power. The king, queen, and many government officials were beheaded and this meant that the government fell and was left without a head of state. When this happens in any government it leaves a means for a man who is powerful to take control. This is what happened with Napoleon. He was a able to step into the power void.
How Did Napoleon change Europe?
When Napoleon Bonaparte took power, most of Europe was ruled by a monarchy. When Napoleon became First Consul he began annexing territories and building his French Empire. His absolute rule resulted in Europe revolutionizing and refusing to live under an absolute power.
How did the Congress of Vienna react to the French Revolutuin and the rule of Napoleon?
They tried to restore a Legitimate Government and maintain a Balance of Power.
When did Napoleon III come to power?
1848 after he was elected president for 5 years. But since the new republic only allowed for one five year term, louis napoleon took control over the government and had a plebiscite... 90% of the people supported his rule as emperor for a decade starting in 1853 and later 93% supported his rule as emperor for life. However, Napoleon III would end up reforming the gov't at the end of his reign into a constitutional republic as the people strongly disfavored his rule after the embarrassing Franco-Prussian war of 1970 and Napoleon III strongly valued the opinion of his subjects.
Did napoleon rule a dictatorship?
Yes.
How did napoleon help abolish feudalism?
Napoleon came to power in 1799 but before him the Directory was in power. They abolished feudalism, but Napoleon then confirmed the abolishment of feudalism through the Civil Code also known as Code Napoleon. However Napoleon reintroduced hereditary rule and put a hierarchy in place through the legion of honour so he did a lot that went against the revolutionary idea of getting rid of feudalism.
What century did napoleon rule?
He ruled from 1799 (his accession to power marking the historical end of the French revolution), to June 22nd 1815
At the time of Napoleon's birth under whose rule was Corsica - France or Italy?
It was under French rule and had been for a year when Napoleon was born.
What were the negatice consequences of colonial rule for the african continent?
what were the negative consequences of colonial rule for the african continent
What was the country or empire Napoleon ruled?
Napoleon was Emperor of the French. Born in 1769 in Ajaccio, Corsica. He dies in 1821 on the Island of St Helena.
What Napoleon Bonaparte rule?
Much of Europe.
