Ch. 13 Napoleon Bonparte Flashcards
1
Q
Who is Napoleon Bonparte?
A
- Was born on Island of Corsica
- -> would have spoken patois, broken french
- Rose to power by being a talented General
- Life embodies Enlightenment ideas
- He also contradicts Enlightenment ideas
2
Q
What is the Civil Code of 1804?
A
- Reform and codification of the French civil laws
- -> forbade privileges on birth
- ->allowed freedom of religion
- -> govt. jobs to most qualified
3
Q
What is the congress of Vienna?
A
- Period of 1815-1848
- Reconstruct European order with restoration of monarchy
- Tries to put down French Rev.
- Creates a balance of power in Europe
- ->Creates the German Confederation
- ->Distribute land and restore France territorially back to 1792
4
Q
What did Napoleon contribute to Frances Domestic Polices?
A
- Centralized the govt.
- Restricted rights of press and speech
