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French Revolution
The French Revolution was when the French people overthrew the current monarchy. It lead to Napoleon becoming emperor, which lead to the need of the Congress of Vienna. -
Napoleon becomes emperor
Napoleon makes France a major empire. France will then take over land from Austria, Russia, Prussia, and Germany. Napoleon will become a ruthless emperor. -
Holy Roman Empire Dissolves
After the Battle of Austerlitz, the Holy Roman Empire crumbled. France took land from Prussia. 16 states left from the Holy Roman Empire created the Confederation of the Rhine. -
Russia defeats France
France tries to invade Russia after they pulled out of the Continental System. Russia retreats until the French army cant take the extreme cold. Because they are starving, the French retreat. While they retreat, the Russian army destroys the French. -
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Congress of Vienna
Periodic conventions were held to discuss how to deal with the outcome of the Napoleonic Wars. These conventions were attended by delegates from England, Russia, Prussia, Austria, France, and other European nations. Its main accomplishment was the reset of European boarders -
Final Act of the Congress of Vienna
The final act redrew European boarders creating buffer states.
