Establishment and nature of Empire in France Flashcards
What crown did Napoleon receive?
Crown of the Lombard Kings
What did a public referendum outline about Napoleon as emperor?
People voted in favour of avoiding royalist restoration.
What did Napoleon as an emperor offer the military?
A clear chain of command - rewarded them with land which could be lost if Napoleon usurped.
What impact did the empire create socially?
New nobility established, however largely an extension of the honours system in 1802.
What propaganda increased?
David - Napoleons official artist - persuaded the triumphs of the Empire and its leader.
What economic changes were there under the empire?
Greater control through tariffs on foreign goods. Also the continental system.
What external military impacts did the empire have?
Achieved military supremacy in mainland Europe.
How large was the empire?
At height in 1812 had between 70 and 80 million subjects.
What did Napoleon install his family as?
As leaders of satellite states. Joseph Bonaparte became King of Naples.
