Napoleon Bonaparte - Accomplishments Flashcards
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What is the National Bank?

In 1800, he established the Bank of France which stabilized the economy by issuing paper money that was backed by a large gold reserve.

What was the Louisiana Purchase?

In 1803, Napoleon sold France's Louisiana Territory to the U.S. in an effort to gain cash to restore the French economy and military.

What did Napoleon accomplish in Europe?

Within a few years of becoming emperor in 1804, Napoleon conquered all of continental Europe including Spain.

What is a meritocracy?

<p>Napoleon selected officials based on merit rather than friendship and heredity to create an efficient government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the education reforms under Napoleon?

<p>He created a national educational system focused on total loyalty and obedience to the Emperor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Concordat of 1801?

<p>He established a peace agreement with the Roman Catholic Church which gave him complete power in Europe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Napoleonic Code?

<p>A set of laws modeled after the Roman 12 Tables emphasizing equality of all citizens before the law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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National Bank

  • Established the Bank of France in 1800 to stabilize the economy.
  • Introduced paper money backed by a significant gold reserve.

Louisiana Purchase

  • In 1803, sold the Louisiana Territory to the U.S.
  • Aimed to generate funds to revitalize the French economy and strengthen its military.

Conquers Europe

  • By 1804, as emperor, conquered most of continental Europe.
  • Included Spain, leading to a decline of Spanish colonial power.

Meritocracy

  • Implemented a system of selecting government officials based on merit.
  • Prioritized qualifications over connections or aristocratic lineage.

Education Reforms

  • Created a national educational system focused on loyalty to the Emperor.
  • Aimed to instill obedience among the populace through education.

Concordat of 1801

  • Signed a peace agreement with the Roman Catholic Church.
  • Secured dominance over religious matters in Europe.

Napoleonic Code

  • Developed a comprehensive legal framework modeled after Roman law.
  • Emphasized principles of equality for all citizens under the law and reflected Enlightenment ideals.

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Test your knowledge on the significant accomplishments of Napoleon Bonaparte with these flashcards. From the creation of the National Bank to the Louisiana Purchase, explore key events that shaped his era and impacted Europe. Discover how his strategies influenced the economy and politics during his rule.

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