Napoleon Administrative + Legal Change Flashcards
1
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February 1800
A
Napoleon introduced a law revising the french administrative system
2
Q
Prefects appointed from 1800 to 1812
A
Out of 257, 68% had been employed in some capacity by former governments
Appointed by first consul
Directly responsible for carrying out central authority
3
Q
Role of the prefects?
A
‘Eyes, ears and voice’ of central government
4
Q
Role of Tax Bureau and Minister of Finance
A
Maintain taxation due to high war costs
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6
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What taxes were part of the Napoleonic regime?
A
Land tax -> contribution foncière (bulk of government revenue)
Personal property tax -> contribution Mobilière
