Napoleon Timeline Flashcards

Born in 1769 on the island of Corsica, marking the start of his rise in history.

In 1795, appointed commander of the Army of Italy, leading successful campaigns against the Austrians, including the significant Battle of Lodi.
Launched the Egyptian campaign in 1798, defeating the Mamelukes but stranded after Horatio Nelson attacked the French fleet.
In 1799, the French army advanced into Palestine and Syria, while Napoleon orchestrated a coup d'état against the Directory upon returning to France.

The Treaty of Concordat established in 1801, reinforcing relations between France and the Catholic Church.
Signed the Peace of Amiens with Britain in 1802, temporarily ending hostilities and marking Napoleon's self-proclamation as First Consul for life.
Sold the Louisiana Territory to the United States in 1803, while tensions with Britain escalated, igniting the Napoleonic Wars from 1803 to 1815.
Declared himself emperor in 1804, crowning Josephine as Empress, amid brewing alliances against him from Britain, Austria, and Russia.

Dissolved the Holy Roman Empire in 1806, creating the Confederation of the Rhine, and led a historic defeat of the Prussians.
Announced the Continental System (1806-1814) aimed at weakening Britain, leading to war declarations from Russia, Prussia, and Austria.
Secured a decisive victory against Czar Alexander I’s army in 1807, resulting in the Treaty of Tilsit with Russia.

Experienced the Austrian War of Liberation in 1809; received an annulment from the Pope.
In 1811, Marie Louise of the Hapsburg dynasty bore Napoleon a son, dubbed "The King of Rome," while Alexander I withdrew Russia from the Continental System.

In 1812, famously leads his army into Russia, but ultimately leaves them behind amidst disastrous conditions.
Abdicates in 1814, surrendering to allied forces and is then exiled to Elba. Josephine dies during this period.

Escaped from Elba in 1815, re-entering Paris to initiate the Hundred Days but was declared an outlaw by the Congress of Vienna.
Engaged in battle against the Prussians at Ligny, ultimately facing defeat and subsequent abdication, leading to exile on the island of St. Helena.
Died in 1821 and was buried on St. Helena, with his remains later returned to Paris in 1840, cementing his legacy in French history.