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Louisiana Purchase
US Politics- 820,000,000 acres purchased by the United States from the French Empire to fuel Napoleon's war in Europe. Thomas Jefferson was President of the US at the time of the purchase. This geographic expansion would be haled as an excellent deal for the US. -
Napoleon begins reign
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Napoleon Reign over France
European Military- Napoleon Bonaparte is to this point in European history from the era of Roman Empire the most prolific military mind. Napoleon takes leadership of France on may 18th 1804. Subsequently rules and conquers most of Europe until 1814 where he is ousted for essentially over stepping his military might. He puts the Empire of France into massive debt and is exiled twice to two separate islands. He lives the end of his days on the isle of Saint Helena in the Atlantic Ocean. -
Joseph Bonaparte I of Spain
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Joseph Boneparte Spanish Rule
European Politics- Joseph Bonaparte was the elder brother of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. Joseph abdicates rule of Spain in 1813, and return to France. He would live until 1844, dying at the age of 76. -
Napoleonic French forces defeated via Scorched Earth tactic
European Military- Czar Alexander will not accept defeat and implements a tactic known as scorched earth. Essentially this tactic is the idea of fight, retreat, burn and destroy all useful supplies leaving nothing for the enemy to capture. This tactic would be taken so seriously they would even burn the Russian capital of Moscow; thus rendering it a useless target and not allowing Napoleon to occupy the Russian mother city. This campaign would ruin Napoleons stature with the French people. -
Spanish Revolution of 1820
European Politics- This relatively small revolution was the brain child of Rafael del Riego. The revolution was based on the concept of returning the Spanish government to the constitution of 1812 that was proposed by Joseph Bonaparte and rejected by Ferdinand Vii. The Spanish commoners were dissatisfied by the monarch that had been put back into place after Bonaparte fled to France. With military force, King Ferdinand Vii would reinstate the constitution -
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Pedro I, Emperor of Brazil
European Politics- Pedro became the Emperor of Brazil after his family left to return to Portugal. His rule of Brazil was brief and was not popular. Eventually he returned to Europe where he lived out his years eventually failing to several aliments. -
Monroe Doctrine
American politics- After having issues with the Spanish not governing the Florida territory, and having disputed the right of ownership of Alaska with Russia. President James Monroe concluded to congress that no European country has the right to colonize any territory in the western hemisphere. And that any further colonization henceforth will be interpreted as an act of aggression. This would cement President Monroe in American history. -
Stephenson's Rocket
Industrial Revolution- This was a steam powered locomotive that was far ahead of its time. It offered a pair of drive wheels to thrust it forward on the steel track, and would pull a cart behind it. This type of engineering endured for a long time. Concepts such as this display the expansive mind that is the spirit of adventure. -
Factory Act of 1833
European economics- This act set a precedent that the minimum working age of children was to be no younger than 9 years. Which is very interesting considering today's work force starts at the youngest 15 years old. -
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Samuel Clemens
American social- Samuel Clemens, known under the pen name Mark Twain was an American author who romanticized Mid-American life. His two most notable novels were The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Clemens started his professional career as a river boat captain, later joining the Confederate Army briefly. Upon release from the Army he would travel west and begin his adventuring that would later inspire his novels. Clemens would finish his life in Northeast US. -
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
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Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
European Social- Tchaikovsky was a Russian composer, who paved the way for other western European composers. Upon listening to his music you will notice a unique masculine sound that is related traditionally with Russian strength. Born in Vyatka, Russia- Tchaikovsky would begin to study music around five years old. In his later years he would travel and produce many beautiful works. Most notable work would include Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker. -
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Franz Joseph I Reign
European Politics- Franz Joseph I was the Emperor of Austria and the King of Hungary. He faced issues with certain nationalities wanting to separate from his reign, which would go all the way till the end of his reign and The Great War. Joseph would face many assassination attempts throughout his reign. Although not he most popular monarch, he served his empire for an incredibly long time and produced a large family that unfortunately would not have the chance to reign as he did. -
Mark Twain
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The Crystal Palace
European Socioeconomic- This building was opened in 1851 to show the prowess of Britain ingenuity. The palace was opened to be a sort of worlds fair where people from all over could come and see the magnificent creations of the local inventors. This palace was a architectural marvel. And was ultimately used to show how advanced the English had come, and to show how superior the English were to other European nations. -
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Second French Empire
European Political- This Empire of France was formed after once again the French citizens distrusts the monarchy, and decided to invite Napoleon II to come rule them. Eventually neighboring Prussia would take over the French in battle and the empire was dead once more. -
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Kingdom of Italy created 1861
European Politics- Victor Emmanuel proclaimed the King of Italy; a unified Italy, bringing all of the small city states together for the first time. Rome declared the capital of the newly formed country, although the Pope refused to recognize the formation of the country. King Emmanuel had a lot of support from the common ma; He would go on to serve as king until 1878. -
Maximilian I of Mexico
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Maximilian and Calotta Reign of Mexico
Euro American Politics- Maximilian I and Carlotta were Austria-Hungarian royalty who were put into place to rule the colony of Mexico. The Mexican did not appreciate being ruled once again by a monarch that had little interest in improving the country. Max would ultimately lose his life to the Mexican people, and his wife would return to Europe. Their reign of Mexico was brief and not successful in the least bit. -
Construction of the Suez Canal complete
European Political and Economic- A feat of engineering, the Suez Canal was constructed to cut the travel time from Europe to Asia considerably. Connecting the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea it would prove to be a economic advantage for years to come. Also another interesting fact, the canal has no locks which is incredible considering the length of the canal. -
Otto Von Bismarck
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Otto Von Bismarck, Chancellor of Germany
European Politics- This Chancellor put Germany as a nation on the European map. He served under three separate monarchs. Bismarck built several small German colonies around the world. And won a few wars against varying countries, some of which were regarded as super powers at the time. As Chancellor, Bismark's main goal was to preserve the nation of Germany from foreign invasion; being often because of the volatile history of the Holy Roman Empire.
