FRENCH REVOLUTION
FRANCE UNDER NAPOLEON
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the nobility
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the bourgeoisie
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the peasant class
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the urban class
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Detailed explanation-1: -The rising bourgeoisie wanted political and social equality with the nobility of the Second Estate. They favoured a meritocracy: a society where rank and status were defined by ability and achievement, rather than birthright and privilege.
Detailed explanation-2: -A branch of the Third Estate was the bourgeoisie. They were well-educated artisans and capitalists who familiarized themselves with Enlightenment thought. The bourgeoisie believed they were entitled a say in government because of their education and standing in society.
Detailed explanation-3: -The three groups that made up this estate differed greatly in their economic conditions. The first group – the bourgeoisie – were merchants and artisans. They were well-educated and believed strongly in the Enlightenment ideals of liberty and equality.