Napoleon

**Bonaparte, Napoleon : **

 (1769-1821) Emperor of the French. Responsible for many French Revolution reforms as well as conquering most of Europe. He was defeated at Waterloo, and died several years later on the island of Saint Helena.-www.regentspreg.org

Napoleon was a dictator who took over after the French Revolution. He promised to restore order. He eventuall took over most of Europe __EXCEPT Russia, Portugal, and Great Britain__. The biggest mistake he had was invading Russia in the winter. That was a mistake because Russia is used to the cold so they can fight well in the winter but because of the cold, Napoleon's troops died of hunger, cold, exhaustion, wounds, and drowning in the Berezina River. Napoleon was exiled to Elba. He came back to power for Hundred Days. He was deafeated at the Battle of Waterloo. He was then exiled permanently to St. Helena.

He had established a national bank and an efficient tax systen to form a sold aconomy for France. They ensured the government a steady supply of tax money and they promoted sound financial management.

Relating Flash Cards

 * French Revolution** : Political revolution in France starting in 1789 that brought about many changes in France. The revolution ultimately ended with a dictatorship under Napoleon Bonaparte before his defeat by the combined powers of Europe.


 * Congress of Vienna** : After Napoleon, Metternich set up a balance of power (alliances) in Europe to keep peace


 * Napoleonic Code** : Law code that incorporated many of the ideals of the French Revolution

Napoleon Questions
20. One major effect of Napoleon’s rule of France was that it led to (1) an increase in the power of the Roman Catholic Church (2) massive emigration to the Americas (3) trade agreements with Great Britain (4) a restoration of political stability 

23. At the Congress of Vienna (1815), the govern-ments of Europe reacted to the French Revolution and the rule of Napoleon by attempting to (1) restore old regimes to power (2) spread the idea of democracy (3) encourage nationalist movements (4) promote the European free-trade zone 

The French people supported Napoleon Bonaparte because they hoped he would

1. adopt the ideas of the Protestant Reformation 2. restore Louis XVI to power 3. provide stability for the nation 4. end British control of France

11. Which list of French leaders is in the correct chronological order? (1) Louis XVI → Napoleon → Robespierre (2) Robespierre → Napoleon → Louis XVI (3) Louis XVI → Robespierre → Napoleon (4) Napoleon → Louis XVI → Robespierre

2. Which geographic factor played the greatest role in preventing Russia from being conquered by both Napoleon and Adolph Hitler? (1) deserts (3) climate (2) rivers (4) mountains

One major effect of Napoleon’s rule of France was that it led to
 * || 1. || France enjoyed a lengthy period of peace and prosperity ||
 * || 2. || the church was restored to its former role and power in the French government ||
 * || 3. || political power shifted to the bourgeoisie ||
 * || 4. || France lost its spirit of nationalism ||