french revolution and napolean

What year did the French Revolution begin?

1789

Who rose to prominence during the French Revolution?

Napoleon Bonaparte

What is the Napoleonic Code?

A legal reform enacted by Napoleon that had a lasting impact on legal systems worldwide.

What ideals fueled the French Revolution?

Liberty, equality, and fraternity.

What is a coup d'état?

The forceful overthrow of a government.

Why did old European monarchies oppose the French Revolution?

They wanted to restore and keep their power.

What was Napoleon's proudest achievement?

The Napoleonic Code, which made every French citizen equal before the law.

What is the name of Napoleon's second wife?

Marie-Louise

Where was Napoleon born? Why is it interesting?

Island of Corsica; it was part of Italy.

What two islands was Napoleon exiled to?

Elba and St. Helena.

When and how did the French monarchy end?

In August 1792 when a mob entered the palace and King Louis XVI and his wife were jailed.

What happened after Napoleon abdicated?

He was exiled to Elba and the French monarchy was restored.

What is the difference between conservatism and liberalism?

Conservatism aims to preserve the old social order, while liberalism promotes individual rights and new liberties.

What meeting place divided the empire after Napoleon's fall?

The Congress of Vienna.

What tactics did the Russians use to defeat Napoleon's Army?

They retreated, burned supplies and land, and waited for winter.

What was Napoleon's most glorified battle? Who was involved?

The Battle of Three Empires: French Empire, Russian Empire, Austrian Empire.

What followed the fall of the French monarchy?

The Reign of Terror, during which many were slaughtered.

Why didn't Napoleon's return to power last?

His enemies declared him an outlaw and sent troops to defeat him at the Battle of Waterloo.

How did Napoleon become dictator and then emperor of France?

His allies staged a coup and he was appointed head of state for life and then crowned himself emperor.

What empire did Napoleon defeat in 1797?

The Austrian Empire, which made him well respected among the French people.

What happened at the battle of Waterloo?

Napoleon was defeated by Wellington and was sent into permanent exile.

What did the French revolutionaries want?

A better quality of life, equality, and freedom.

Which four countries had influence at the Congress of Vienna?

Austria, Prussia, Russia, and Britain.

How did the Napoleonic Code reflect the ideals of the French Revolution?

It established that all men were equal before the law and guaranteed civil rights.