Questions and Answers
What is Napoleon's goal?
To become the Master of Europe
What happens in the Battle of Trafalgar?
The British Navy defeats the French
What happens as a result of the Battle of Trafalgar?
Napoleon sets up the Continental System
What is the Continental System?
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How long did the Continental System last?
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Why did the Continental System fail? (List 4 reasons)
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What happens ultimately with the Continental System?
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What event led to Napoleon's downfall?
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Why were the French unsuccessful in taking over Russia? (List 5 reasons)
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What are mutinies?
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What happens in October of 1813?
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Where is Napoleon exiled to?
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Who takes back the throne after Napoleon?
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What happens to Napoleon after escaping from exile?
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When was the Battle of Waterloo and what happens then?
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When does Napoleon die?
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Study Notes
Napoleon's Goals and Strategies
- Napoleon aimed to establish himself as the "Master of Europe."
- The British Navy achieved victory over the French at the Battle of Trafalgar, impacting Napoleon's naval ambitions.
The Continental System
- Established by Napoleon to blockade British trade, forbidding French and allied countries from engaging in commerce with Britain.
- The Continental System was in effect from 1806 to 1812.
Reasons for Failure of the Continental System
- The blockade was ineffective, allowing smugglers to undermine its goals.
- France struggled to provide substitutes for goods previously supplied by Britain.
- Britain's own blockade provoked the War of 1812 with the United States.
- Britain successfully found alternative markets, notably in Latin America.
- Ultimately, the system damaged France's economy more than that of Britain.
Decline of Napoleon
- Napoleon’s failed invasion of Russia marked a crucial turning point in his reign.
- Reasons for failure in the Russian campaign included:
- Russia's vast territory and harsh climate.
- The Russian military's strategy of avoidance rather than direct engagement.
- The Scorched Earth Policy, leading to the abandonment and destruction of Moscow.
- The French military comprised largely of mercenaries and previously captured soldiers.
- Severe winter conditions caused troop casualties, desertions, and mutiny.
Consequences and Exile
- The "Battle of the Nations" in October 1813 saw a coalition of European forces defeat Napoleon, leading to the collapse of his empire.
- Napoleon was exiled to Elba following his defeat.
- Louis XVIII was restored to the French throne after Napoleon's abdication.
- Napoleon escaped from Elba, initiating his brief return, called the Hundred Days.
Final Defeats and Death
- The Battle of Waterloo occurred in June 1815, resulting in a decisive defeat for Napoleon, leading to his second exile.
- Napoleon died in 1821.
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