19.3/19.4 Napoleon and Aftereffects (Congress of Vienna)

How did Napoleon overthrow the Directory and gain control?

through a coup d’etat

What is a coup d’etat?

the sudden, illegal, and often violent overthrow of an existing government bu a small group

What four major things did Napoleon accomplish to restore order?

established a national bank, ended corruption in government, signed agreement with Pope, and created Napoleonic Cod of Law

What were lycees?

government-run public schools for men

What was the Napoleonic Code?

eliminated many injustices, however promoted order over individual rights (individual rights restricted)

What was Napoleons big picture idea?

he wanted to restore order and stability in France after 10 years of chaos

What were three constly mistakes Napoleon made that led to his downfall?

the continental system (blockade to prevent Great Britain from other nations), the peninsular war (tried to force Portugal to accept continental system - brother became king), invansion of russia (Russia still selling grain to Britain)

What tactic did Russia use to weaken French armies on their attack?

scorched-earth policy

What is the scorched earth policy?

as Russians retreated, they burned grain fields and slaughtered livestock

What two islands where Napoleon exiled to?

Elba and St. Helena

What where 3 major goals of the Congress of Vienna?

to prevent further french aggression, restore balance of power, and restore royal families to the thrones

Why did liberals and conservatives differ over who should have power?

liberals wanted the king to share power with legislature (parliaments)

Who was the most influential figure in the Congress of Vienna?

foreign prime minister of Austria, Prince Klemens von Metternich