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Explore how Napoleon's empire influenced Europe through spreading nationalism and revolutionary ideals. Understand the impact and legacy of Napoleon's rule and the changes in Europe post-Napoleon.
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Essential Question How did Europe change after Napoleon began building his empire?
What is nationalism? The armies of Napoleon spread NATIONALISM throughout Europe Pride in one’s country
How big was Napoleon’s empire? In his quest to build an empire, Napoleon took control of most of the continent of Europe
What ideas did Napoleon spread? Within his empire, Napoleon introduced ideals from the French Revolution Such as: • Legal equality for all citizens • Religious tolerance • Economic freedom However, the spread of revolutionary ideals would also help bring Napoleon’s empire to an end…
Why did many dislike Napoleon? People under Napoleon’s control resented… Paying taxes to France and Serving in Napoleon’s army
What did many people still want? These people felt more loyalty to their home countries than to the French Empire They wanted self-rule
What was Napoleon’s legacy? Napoleon’s dream of empire ended with his capture in 1815 by British forces Even though his empire failed… Napoleon left the ideas of revolution and nationalism with the people of Europe
Essential Question How did Europe change after Napoleon began building his empire?