WORLD HISTORY

EMERGENCE OF USA

HOW DID THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION INFLUENCE THE FRENCH REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following describe Napoleon’s legacy?
A
His Napoleonic Code of Laws impact Europe greatly.
B
His wars weakened Spain which lead to Latin American Revolutions.
C
He successfully brought stability and strength to France after the tumultuous start to its revolution.
D
All of these.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Considered to be his greatest legacy, Napoleon’s Civil Code assured the spread of the ideals of the French Revolution long after the end of his rule. But, it was through the image he presented of himself that the people of Europe found a symbol of revolutionary change.

Detailed explanation-2: -Napoleon played a key role in the French Revolution (1789–99), served as first consul of France (1799–1804), and was the first emperor of France (1804–14/15). Today Napoleon is widely considered one of the greatest military generals in history.

Detailed explanation-3: -As First Consul, Napoleon instituted a number of lasting reforms: centralised administration of government, a higher education system, a central bank, law codes and a road and sewer system, many of which are still in place today.

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