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In what year was Napoleon Bonaparte born?

  • 1769 (correct)
  • 1789
  • 1804
  • 1793

    • What significant action did Napoleon take in 1799?

  • Overthrew the Directory (correct)
  • Signed the Peace of Amiens
  • Defeated Austrians at Marengo
  • Became Emperor of France

    • Which battle is known as the turning point where Napoleon defeated Austro-Russian forces?

  • Battle of Borodino
  • Battle of Austerlitz (correct)
  • Battle of Leipzig
  • Battle of Trafalgar

    • What significant decree did Napoleon issue in 1806?

    <p>Berlin Decree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did Napoleon marry in 1810?

    <p>Marie Louise of Austria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city did Napoleon capture during the rebellion in Madrid in 1808?

    <p>Madrid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the Battle of Nations in 1813?

    <p>Napoleon abdicated and was banished</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What title did Napoleon proclaim for himself in 1804?

    <p>Emperor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the action taken by Collingwood upon discovering the French fleet in Cadiz?

    <p>He blockaded the harbor with only 3 ships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the eventual outcome for the French-Spanish fleet after the battle?

    <p>They lost 11 ships, with several being captured.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Nelson's plan during the battle?

    <p>To cut the French line into three and target the rear and center.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event occurred shortly after the battle that affected the English fleet?

    <p>A storm caused the loss of 13 ships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the English view the battle initially?

    <p>As an inconsequential skirmish without much effect.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year did Napoleon die?

    <p>1821</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event marked Napoleon's rise to power in France?

    <p>Coup d'état of 1799</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Napoleon's role in the first Italian campaign?

    <p>He was appointed General of French forces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major outcome of the Treaty of Campo Formio?

    <p>France received the Austrian Netherlands.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Napoleon's Egyptian campaign fail?

    <p>The French fleet was destroyed by the English.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did Napoleon become Consul for Life?

    <p>1802</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized Napoleon's leadership style?

    <p>He was ambitious, selfish, and ruthless.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event contributed to the Directory's decision to support Napoleon's plans?

    <p>The growing unpopularity of the Directory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What title did Napoleon assume after transforming the Consulate into an Empire?

    <p>Emperor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which battle did not result in Austria's defeat by Napoleon?

    <p>Waterloo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the main features of the French Legislature under Napoleon's Empire?

    <p>The Tribunate could discuss laws but not vote</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which reform established a special bank with guaranteed interest under Napoleon?

    <p>The Bank of France</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT a method Napoleon used to control legislation?

    <p>Public plebiscites for laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key aspect of Napoleon's government reforms?

    <p>Professional training for civil servants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What outcome did the Peace of Amiens (1802) signify for France?

    <p>A state of peace with Europe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the economic basis of Napoleon's financial reforms?

    <p>Gold standard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Napoleon blame for his defeat in the Russian campaign?

    <p>The barbarity of the Russian winter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river did Tsar Alexander cross to begin the 'War of Liberation'?

    <p>Niemen River</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the size of the new army Napoleon gathered after his initial defeats?

    <p>200,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who arranged an armistice that could have granted France many of its conquests?

    <p>Metternich</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which battle is referred to as the 'Battle of Nations'?

    <p>Battle of Leipzig</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened to Napoleon after he abdicated the throne?

    <p>He was exiled to Elba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who recognized and confirmed the social and political reforms of the Revolution after Napoleon's exile?

    <p>Louis XVIII</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor contributed to Napoleon's return from Elba in February 1815?

    <p>Enemies were divided</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant action did Napoleon take during his coronation in 1804?

    <p>He took the crown from the Pope and placed it on his own head.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event is considered Napoleon's masterpiece in military strategy?

    <p>Battle of Austerlitz</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Napoleon's army change by the time of his decline?

    <p>It included more coerced soldiers from various nations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one major outcome of the Battle of Austerlitz?

    <p>The Holy Roman Empire was officially dissolved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a cause of Napoleon's decline from 1808 to 1814?

    <p>His army increasingly relied on forced recruits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change did Napoleon bring to Europe after his victories?

    <p>He spread the ideas of the French Revolution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Napoleon's objective in the Battle of Trafalgar?

    <p>To secure control of the English Channel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did Napoleon marry in 1809 to secure an heir?

    <p>Maria Louisa.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tactic did Napoleon employ to deceive the Austro-Russian armies at Austerlitz?

    <p>He made a strategic retreat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the Confederation of the Rhine play in Napoleon's empire?

    <p>It served as a protective alliance under French dominance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the 1805 Third Coalition wars?

    <p>Austria and Russia faced a significant defeat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Napoleon's governance style during his empire?

    <p>Absolute despotism with centralized authority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ultimately led to the end of the Holy Roman Empire?

    <p>Napoleon's military conquests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact did Napoleon's oppressive treatment of other nations have?

    <p>It inspired the growth of nationalist movements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true about Napoleon's legacy in France after his downfall?

    <p>Bonapartists, monarchists, and republicans struggled for power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Timeline of the Napoleonic Era

    • 1769: Napoleon Bonaparte born
    • 1793: Napoleon takes charge of guns at Toulon, capturing Toulon
    • 1795: Arrives in Paris, uses cannons to quell mobs
    • 1796: Commander-in-chief in Italy, peace made with all but Austria and Britain. Marries Josephine de Beauharnais
    • 1797: Defeats Austrians at Rivoli, advances to Vienna.
    • 1798: French expedition to Egypt, occupies Alexandria, Battle of Pyramids. Napoleon overthrows the Directory in a coup d'état
    • 1799: Becomes First Consul
    • 1800: Defeats Austrians at Hohenlinden, advances to Vienna. Defeats Austrians at Marengo, conquers Italy.
    • 1801: Concordat, respect of the Church restored. Napoleon becomes President of Italian Republic
    • 1802: First Consul for Life. Peace of Amiens between Britain and France
    • 1803: Renewal of war between France and Britain
    • 1804: Napoleon proclaimed Emperor. Code Napoleon (Civil Code)
    • 1805: Battle of Austerlitz - Napoleon's victory over Austro-Russian forces. Battle of Trafalgar
    • 1806: Confederation of Rhine established.
    • 1807: French victory at Friedland (Eylau had high casualties)
    • 1808: Joseph Bonaparte becomes King of Spain.
    • 1809: French defeat Austrians at Wagram. Napoleon takes Madrid. Annexation of Papal States. Divorce from Josephine.
    • 1810: Year of Napoleon's zenith. Marries Marie Louise of Austria. Annexes Holland.
    • 1811: Napoleon's son born - King of Rome.
    • 1812: Napoleon crosses Nieman River, enters Russia, defeats Russians at Smolensk and Borodino. Begins retreat from Moscow.
    • 1813: Prussia declares war on France. Russo-Prussian forces enter Dresden. Napoleon victorious at Lutzen. Austria declares war on France. "Battle of Nations" - Leipzig. Napoleon is defeated.
    • 1814: Murat deserts Napoleon to join Allies. Napoleon abdicates and is banished to Elba. Louis XVIII enters Paris and regains the throne.
    • 1815: Napoleon escapes Elba, lands in France, Hundred Days begins. Wellington and Blücher defeat Napoleon at Waterloo. Napoleon abdicates for a second time. Louis XVIII returns to Paris. Napoleon is banished to St. Helena.
    • 1821: Napoleon dies.

    Early Life of Napoleon

    • Born on the island of Corsica in 1769.
    • Sent to a French Military school on a scholarship.
    • Specialized in artillery during the French Revolution.
    • Sided with the Jacobins.
    • Married Josephine de Beauharnais.

    Napoleon Wins Power in France - Coup d'État (1799)

    • Napoleon hears that the Directory is unpopular.
    • He returns to France, leaving his army behind.
    • French armies driven out of Italy.
    • Napoleon seizes power in a coup d'état.
    • A new constitution established France as a republic under Napoleon—First Consul.

    Why was Napoleon so Successful?

    • French were tired of weak government and revolution.
    • Napoleon was a strong personality, ambitious, ruthless, and daring.
    • Military genius, inspired his soldiers, and won many victories.

    Defeat of the Second Coalition (1801-1802)

    • Napoleon turned to foreign enemies, withdrew from the coalition with Russia, Austria
    • Treaty of Luneville and Peace of Amiens
    • France was at peace with Europe.

    Napoleon Makes Changes in Government

    • Not satisfied with being First Consul, sought to be Consul for Life.
    • Popular vote (plebiscite) helped achieve this.
    • In 1804 through plebiscite, he changed the Consulate into an Empire.
    • Crowned himself Emperor at Paris' Notre Dame Cathedral.
    • French Legislature made up of 3 bodies.

    Napoleon's Reforms

    • Financial: Created the Bank of France, restored public confidence in government bonds, and ensured consistent tax collection.
    • Religious: The Concordat regulated relations between Church and State (until 1905). This involved restoring church property, and papal investiture for bishops.
    • Legal: Codification of laws—the Code Napoleon—created a uniform legal system throughout France

    Napoleon's Accomplishments

    • Educational: Created new schools, established the University of France under state control.
    • Governmental: Reorganized local government, centralized administration through prefects.
    • Social: Established the Legion of Honour; restored symbols and rituals abolished in the French Revolution.
    • Public Works: Constructed roads, bridges, canals in France and occupied territories. Beautified Paris.
    • Colonial: Attempted to restore the French colonial empire by gaining the Louisiana Territory.

    Master of Europe

    • Napoleon tried to satisfy peasants, clergy, liberals, bourgeoisie, and all people.
    • Depended on the might of his army.
    • Established extensive Empire through nepotism.
    • Wanted a son and married Marie Louise.

    Battle of Austerlitz

    • Napoleon's masterpiece, brilliant career.
    • Correctly anticipated the Austro-Russian plan to outflank and cut him off.
    • Napoleon avoided the strongest position of the Heights of Pratzen.
    • Austro-Russian troops were spread out over 4 miles.
    • Napoleon tricked them into attacking his right flank.
    • 26,000 Austro-Russian forces and 9,000 French forces died.
    • Napoleon was now master of Western Europe.

    Battle of Trafalgar

    • Only serious setback was defeat in plans to invade England.
    • Numerical inferiority of French navy.
    • Napoleon's plan: meet the Spanish fleet in the West Indies and return to invade England. French squadron joined with the Spanish fleet.
    • Collingwood (English commander) blockaded the harbour to delay the French.
    • Villeneuve (French admiral) was wrongly criticised by Napoleon.
    • A major naval defeat for Napoleon.

    Continental System

    • 1806-1814: forbade European countries from importing British goods or exporting to Britain.
    • Britain responded with naval blockades.
    • Napoleon lacked naval power to enforce it.
    • Collapsed due to lack of power, smuggling, nationalism, and hardships for many countries.

    Russian Campaign

    • 1812: Napoleon invaded Russia.
    • Scorched earth policy and harsh winter ruined Napoleon's army.
    • Russia retreated and fought small skirmishes until Napoleon attempted the capture of Smolensk.
    • Napoleon lost many troops- retreated without supplies and housing.

    Decline and Fall of the Empire

    • Increasing age and loss of energy.
    • Desire for conquest, and a misjudgement of the Russian war.
    • Armies changed character—made up of various nationalities, not just French people.

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