Napoleon Timeline

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  • Coup D'etat

    Coup D'etat
    Coup D'etat was the event that made general Napoleon become France's new dictator. Many people had confidence in Napoleon and they believed that he could make France powerful again.

  • Concordat

    Concordat
    The Concordat was an agreement between Napoleon and Pope Pius VII about the relationship of the catholic church. This agreement remained until 1905.

  • Loss of American Territories

    Loss of American Territories
    When Rebels took over the french colony, Napoleon sent troops to take over the colony but they failed. He ended up selling Louisiana Territory to the U.S. for 15 million dollars to help finance his military.
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    Conquering of Europe

    The Conquering of Europe, also known as "Napoleonic Wars," was a large scale war between the French Empire, Great Britain, and several other countries.

  • Napoleonic Code

    Napoleonic Code
    The Napoleonic Code was a type of constitution or french civil code that was created by Napoleon. It stated new laws and rules for the people of France.

  • Napoleon crowned as Emperor

    Napoleon crowned as Emperor
    On December 2nd, 1804. Napoleon crowned himself the new Emperor of France.

  • Continental System

    Continental System
    Was a French Blockade ordered by Napoleon to stop all communication and trade between Great Britain and the other European Countries. The continental system hurt English industries and helped the protests against Great Britain.

  • Invasion of Russia

    Invasion of Russia
    Was a large invasion of Russia by the French ordered by Napoleon. In June 1812, Napoleon entered Russia with over 420,000 troops. Many troops died during battles, or from starvation and the cold. By December 6th, only 10,000 soldiers survived and made it out of Russia.

  • Napoleon's Accomplishments

    Napoleon's Accomplishments
    Napoleon was the first Emperor of France and he was a military and political leader. he made many accomplishments including stabilizing France by lowering food prices, allowing freedom of religion, and passing the first consitution for France.

  • The Battle of Waterloo

    The Battle of Waterloo
    The battle of Waterloo was a large scale battle between French, United Kingdom, Prussia, and several other countries. The battle eventually led to to the defeat of the French empire.