The Rise of Napoleon
This is the term used to describe how Napoleon took power in France. Literally "cut from the state."
What is "Coup d'état"
The 1812 invasion of this massive empire ended disastrously for Napoleon’s army due to harsh winter conditions and lack of supplies.
What is Russia?
Haiti gained independence from this European country in 1804, becoming the first independent Black republic.
What is France?
This kingdom led the unification of Germany in the 19th century.
What is Prussia?
This French revolutionary figure rose to power after the French Revolution and crowned himself Emperor.
Who is Napoleon Bonaparte?
Napoleon implemented this set of laws to standardize the French legal system and promote equality at the cost of some freedoms
What is the Napoleonic Code?
Napoleon was exiled to this Mediterranean island after his initial defeat in 1814.
What is Elba?
This Creole Venezuelan revolutionary leader is often called "The Liberator" for his role in South America's independence movements.
Who is Simon Bolivar?
The unification of Germany was largely driven by this conservative Prussian statesman and politician.
Who is Otto von Bismarck?
The Haitian leader who led the successful slave revolt and independence movement in Haiti.
Who is Toussaint Louverture?
Napoleon was given control of the military initially by this 5-person governing body that ruled France after Robespierre's death
What is The Directory?
The decisive 1815 battle where Napoleon was defeated by the Duke of Wellington's English and Prussian forces.
What is the Battle of Waterloo?
This priest famously called for Mexican independence in his "Grito de Dolores."
Who is Father ("Padre") Miguel Hidalgo?
Originally the Prime Minister of Sardinia, this leader of Italian unification became the first Prime Minister of a united Italy in 1861.
Who is Count Camillo di Cavour?
This Southern Italian nationalist and military leader is sometimes called the "Sword of Italian Unification" and is often compared to leaders of German unification.
Who is Giuseppe Garibaldi?
Between 1799 and 1804, Napoleon ruled over a government called this with two other men who approved everything he did.
What is The Consulate?
This is the meeting where the countries that defeated Napoleon worked to rebuild Europe with conservative ideals
What is the Congress of Vienna?
These were Spanish-born individuals living in Latin America who held the highest social and political positions, causing resentment among the Creoles.
What are Peninsulares?
The unification of Italy was accomplished in large part thanks to this military leader, known for his campaigns with the "Red Shirts."
Who is Giuseppe Garibaldi?
Known as the "Iron Chancellor," this figure united Germany through diplomacy, warfare, and Realpolitik.
Who is Otto von Bismarck?
Napoleon fought and lost to the British in this African country, and was forced to retreat back to Paris before news of his defeat reached the government.
What is Egypt?
After his final defeat, Napoleon was exiled to this remote Atlantic island, where he died in 1821.
What is St. Helena?
Unlike most Latin American nations, this country gained its independence peacefully in 1822 under the leadership of Prince Pedro I, who became the country's first King.
What is Brazil?
This famous speech by Otto von Bismarck emphasized that unification would be achieved through military force and industrial strength rather than through speeches or diplomacy.
What is the "Blood & Iron Speech?"
This Mexican leader initially fought for Spain but later joined the independence movement, eventually becoming the Emperor of Mexico in 1822.
Who is Agustín de Iturbide?