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Montesquieu publishes book, On the Spirit of Laws
This was important because while writing our constitution, we used Montesquieu's ideas of government. -
America declares independence
This was significant because America seperated from British rule and we were finally able to govern ourselves and make our own nation. -
French Revolution
This event was important because this shaped and changed Frances government. -
Napoleon overthrows the Directory through a coup d’etat
This is important because this was the start of Napoleon's rule in France. -
Napoleon crowns himself emperor, begins to create a vast European Empire
This was important because this was the event that signified that Naopleon was the supreme ruler of France. -
Haiti wins freedom from France
This was a significant event because this was the first ever sucessful slave revolt. -
Padre Hidalgo calls for Mexican Independence
This was an important event because this was the first time someone called for and uprising in Mexico to revolt against the Spanish. -
Napoleon is defeated at the Battle of Waterloo
This was a significant event because this was the final time Napoleon would get defetated, and this marked the end of the Napoleonic era.
