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Napoleon's Empire and Mistakes

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Which territory was not annexed by Napoleon during his campaign to conquer Europe?

Belgium

Spain (correct)

Netherlands

Parts of Italy

What was the main objective of the Continental System implemented by Napoleon?

To support the Royal Navy

To expand France's territory

To gain ally support from Spain

To destroy Britain's economy (correct)

What was a major consequence of the Peninsular War?

There was widespread anger among the Spanish people (correct)

It strengthened Napoleon's alliance with Britain

The Spanish used conventional military tactics effectively

Napoleon's forces gained complete control of Portugal

How did the Continental System affect France's economy?

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Which aspect of the Spanish resistance during the Peninsular War was notable?

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Napoleon's Empire-Building Campaign

Napoleon aimed to conquer Europe (1804-1812)
He conquered the Netherlands, Belgium, parts of Italy, and Germany
He appointed his brother as King of Spain
Overestimated his power, attempting to outsmart the British Royal Navy

Napoleon's Three Costly Mistakes

The Continental System (1806-1813): Napoleon's blockade of Britain aimed to cripple its economy but largely failed, hurting France's economy instead and created resentment in other European countries.
The Peninsular War (1808-1813): French forces marched through Spain, but faced guerilla warfare for 5 years, leading to a failure for the invading French forces
The Invasion of Russia (date unclear): Napoleon invaded Russia, but suffered a disastrous defeat due to the harsh Russian winter.

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Explore the rise and fall of Napoleon's empire from 1804 to 1813. This quiz covers his ambitious conquests, the implementation of the Continental System, and the disastrous Peninsular War and invasion of Russia. Test your knowledge on one of history's most influential leaders and the costly mistakes that led to his downfall.