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The country was in turmoil. They overthrew their King and organized a government run by a Council. Napoleon was recognized for his leadership in the Army that fought in Egypt so he was elected to be the First Council (or Premier Counsul). Later he promoted himself as Emperor.
Napoleon was pro-revolution and had supported the Jacobins. He was also literally raised in the army and was recognized for his brilliance in his early Italian campaigns. He ruled in Italy and was later requester by Abbe Sieyes, a member of the Directory in France, to come back to France and put down a rebellion. There he secured a coup'detat.
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How did napoleon become the first council?
At the time of napoleon's coup, france was still at war. in 1799, Britain, Austria, and Russia joined forces with one goal in mind, to drive napoleon from power. At first, napoleon pretended to be the constitutionally chosen leader of free republic. in 1800, a plebiscite, or vote of the people, was held to approve a new constitution. desperate for strong leadership, the people voted overwhelmingly in favor of the constitution. This gave all real power to napoleon as first consul.
What famous Frenchman seized power in the French Revolution?
Napoleon Bonaparte was part of a coup that made him the First Consul.
Did Napoleon come back to power after being exile on island Elba?
Yes. he had what is termed the 100 Days. He was then exiled to St. Helena for the rest of his life.
How did Napoleon reorganize France?
The biggest reorganization Napoleon did in France was the government. He created a centralized government with himself as the absolute power.
Why did France get involved in the Crimean war?
To increase Napoleon's power.
Napoleon come to power?
Yes he did.
When did Napoleon Bonaparte come into power?
In 1799 he became First Consul of France by being a part of coup against the Directory.
After his first exile who did Napoleon take back power?
He marched to Paris and the troops rallied to support him.
What date did napoleon come to power?
shut up i don't know maby ask your mun i did
Did Napoleon come to power peacefully or violently?
Just walked in and declared himself emporer of France
What was the first rifle and where did it come from?
The British used the Baker rifle in the war against Napoleon.
How did napoleon become the first council?
At the time of napoleon's coup, france was still at war. in 1799, Britain, Austria, and Russia joined forces with one goal in mind, to drive napoleon from power. At first, napoleon pretended to be the constitutionally chosen leader of free republic. in 1800, a plebiscite, or vote of the people, was held to approve a new constitution. desperate for strong leadership, the people voted overwhelmingly in favor of the constitution. This gave all real power to napoleon as first consul.
What are the major cause of napoleon's defeat in russia?
He underestimated the power of the Russia winter.
How did Napoleon the First obtain his power?
By participation in a coup against the legitimate government called the Directory.
At first Napoleon took power under the title of?
First Consul
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.
Did Napoleon have the authority to sell the Louisiana Territory?
As First Consul, and later Emperor, Napoleon Bonaparte had absolute power which thus granted him the authority to sell the Louisiana Territory.
