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What were the major factors that led to the war in 1789?
What were the major factors that led to the war in 1789?
In what year did Napoleon Bonaparte seize power in France?
In what year did Napoleon Bonaparte seize power in France?
What event marked the end of Napoleon Bonaparte's rule?
What event marked the end of Napoleon Bonaparte's rule?
What was the result of the July Revolution in France in 1830?
What was the result of the July Revolution in France in 1830?
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What happened after the Polish revolted against the rule of Russia in November 1830?
What happened after the Polish revolted against the rule of Russia in November 1830?
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What was the result of the revolution that erupted in Brussels in August 1830?
What was the result of the revolution that erupted in Brussels in August 1830?
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What war took place in England from 1642 to 1651?
What war took place in England from 1642 to 1651?
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What was the cause of the Great Rebellion in England?
What was the cause of the Great Rebellion in England?
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Which war broke out in Europe in 1690 over the succession to the Spanish throne?
Which war broke out in Europe in 1690 over the succession to the Spanish throne?
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Who offered the Spanish empire to Philip, the grandson of Louis XIV, on his deathbed?
Who offered the Spanish empire to Philip, the grandson of Louis XIV, on his deathbed?
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What led to a peace conference between Britain and France in 1712?
What led to a peace conference between Britain and France in 1712?
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Which event is mentioned in the text as another European war?
Which event is mentioned in the text as another European war?
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Study Notes
Causes of the French Revolution
- Famine, starvation, bankruptcy, and unemployment contributed to the outbreak of war in 1789
- The massive national debt and the revolt of people against nobles and aristocrats also played a significant role
Napoleon Bonaparte's Rise to Power
- Napoleon seized power in France in 1799
- He crowned himself Emperor of France in 1804
- He participated in many wars under the first French Republic and fought against several European countries
Napoleon's Defeat and Exile
- Napoleon invaded Russia in 1812, but was defeated by the Russian army
- The Battle of Waterloo in 1815 marked the end of Napoleon's rule and led to his exile
The July Revolution
- The July Revolution erupted in France in 1830 after King Charles X passed legislation compensating nobles who had their estates confiscated during the previous revolution
- 50 journalists published a call for a revolt against the king, leading to a three-day revolt and the abdication of King Charles X
The July Revolution's Impact on Europe
- The July Revolution inspired a revolution in Poland, but it failed, and Russia annexed the whole of Poland
- The revolution also led to the creation of a new country, Belgium, in 1831
Wars and Revolutions in Europe
- The Great Rebellion took place in England from 1642 to 1651 between the monarchy and opposing groups
- The war ended in 1651 when Charles II fled to France, marking the end of the British monarchy
The Spanish Succession War
- The war broke out in 1690 over the succession of the Spanish throne
- The war was fought between France, Britain, and several European allies, and ended with a peace conference in 1712
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Learn about the Great Rebellion in England which took place from 1642 to 1651 between the supporters of the monarchy and opposing groups from England, Scotland, and Ireland. Explore how Charles I's decision to raise an army led to this significant conflict.
