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Birth of Napoleon
Napoleon is born in 1769, in Ajaccio, Corsica, France. -
Napleon's Campaign in Italy
Napoleon and his troops defeated Italian soldiers in Italy. These soldiers joined Napoleon's army and helped him win major battles in the future. -
Napoleon's Campaign in Egypt
Napoleon thought it was best to occupy Egypt because Egypt was a source of Great Britain's wealth, and Napoleon could threat the trade route to India. Napoleon takes land in Egypt which was important for expanding France. -
Concordat with the Church
The Concordat with the Church made the French people happy with Napoleon. This concordat gave the church some of it's power back, making the French people happy to have the church back. This helped Napoleon get the French people to like him -
Napoleon Becomes the First Consul
The directory is replaced with a three person Consulate. Napoleon becomes the first consul in this group, which makes him a big political figure. This helps Napoleon gain more power. -
Napoleon Becomes Emperor of France
Napoleon crowned himself emperor. This was significant to Napoleon because he had much more power now and could control many more things, such as government. -
Napoleonic Code
The Napoleonic Code helped control France and make it a more equal country. This made the people happy in France and established rules and laws. -
The Battle of Trafalgar
The British Navy defeated Napoleon's forces in this battle. Napoleon had always wanted to conquer Great Britain, but was defeated at this battle. Napoleon would wait until another day to try to invade Great Britain once again. -
Continental System
The Continental System was created by Napoleon to stop the trade of good by Great Britain. To do this, he set up a big blockade of ships, so other ships couldn't pass. This however did not stop trade of Great Britain. Goods were snuck in and still sold for profit. -
Napoleon's Campaign in Russia
Napoleon attempted to invade Russia, which was a very bad choice for the leader. Napoleon's army is pushing into Russia, when they reach Moscow. The Russians had used a "scorched earth" tactic. This means they burnt down farms and buildings, so there was no food or supplies for the French. The Russians then waited for winter to approach. When a huge amount of Napoleon's troops were killed by the cold, Russia attacked, and the French retreated. -
Napoleon Becomes a General in the French Army
Showing his impressive military skill and strategy, Napoleon is promoted to general in the French Army. This was a big step in power within the military for Napoleon -
Napoleon is Exiled and Sent to Elba
Napoleon, who attempted suicide and avoided assassination, was exiled to a small island called Elba. When Napoleon was no longer leader, the country turned into chaos. The leader was weak, the people were unhappy, and Napoleon was wanted back. This shows how much the people liked and needed Napoleon. -
The Battle of Waterloo
Napoleon returns to France, a hero, and the other opposing countries realize this and want him gone. They form an alliance, and attack the French. This is Napoleon's last stand and battle as leader, a battle which he lost. -
Exiled to St.Helena
Napoleon is exiled to St.Helena. He is no longer leader and he stays there for about 6 years. -
The Death of Napoleon
Napoleon had a disease which did not have a cure at the time. The cause of his death is not certain, but most likely illness. Napoleon was and still is a well known military leader who helped expand and make France a powerful country.
