Consolidation of France/Britain Flashcards
1
Q
Where is France in 1852
A
1852 Napoleon III ascends by coup and begins limiting freedom and becoming absolute
2
Q
What wars did France fight after the revolutions of 1848?
A
1853 Crimean War with Britain
1859 helped Piedmont and fought Austria
1870 being destroyed by Germany and loses Alsace Lorraine in 1871
3
Q
Politics after loss to Prussia/Germany
A
Third Republic in 1970, suffering from internal debate over economic issues
4
Q
Who is the British queen rn?
A
Queen Victoria (1837-91)
5
Q
Who was the real power in Britain rn?
A
House of Commons
6
Q
what is still expanding in Britain rn?
A
voting and other rights
