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The Rise of Napoleon Bonaparte: A Historical Journey

Explore Napoleon's military and political life, his rise to power, and the impact of the French Revolution. Dive into the key events of the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries that shaped Napoleon's legacy. Learn how he overcame European powers and crowned himself Emperor of France.

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The Rise of Napoleon Bonaparte: A Historical Journey

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  1. Do Now:Grab an Agenda!Study the painting below. Then go to http://tinyurl.com/nvyjmb9 and complete

  2. Objective:The rise of Napoleon WHII.6e TSWDK of scientific, political, economic, and religious changes during the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries by describing the French Revolution.

  3. The Rise of Napoleon • Military Life • Political Life

  4. Military Life Early Life • Born 1769 • Studied military history

  5. Military Life Military • Joined army at 16… moved quickly up the ranks

  6. Military Life Military • Joined army at 16… moved quickly up the ranks • Given first command in 1796

  7. Military Life Military • Joined army at 16… moved quickly up the ranks • Given first command in 1796 • Austria tried to end the revolution in France because Marie Antoinette was Austrian. So they sent troops to France. (This ended badly for the French monarchs.)

  8. Military Life Military • Joined army at 16… moved quickly up the ranks • Given first command in 1796 • Austria tried to end the revolution in France because Marie Antoinette was Austrian. So they sent troops to France. (This ended badly for the French monarchs.) • Prussia

  9. Military Life Military • Joined army at 16… moved quickly up the ranks • Given first command in 1796 • Austria tried to end the revolution in France because Marie Antoinette was Austrian. So they sent troops to France. (This ended badly for the French monarchs.) • Prussia and Spain feared the spread of these revolutionary ideas if France succeeds so they also sent troops to France.

  10. Military Life Military • Joined army at 16… moved quickly up the ranks • Given first command in 1796 • Austria tried to end the revolution in France because Marie Antoinette was Austrian. So they sent troops to France. (This ended badly for the French monarchs.) • Prussia and Spain feared the spread of these revolutionary ideas if France succeeds so they also sent troops to France. • Great Britain didn’t really fear these revolutionary ideas (although the Reign of Terror was a bit much for them). They just wanted to get back at their enemy for helping the 13 win their independence.

  11. Military Life Military • Joined army at 16… moved quickly up the ranks • Given first command in 1796 • Austria tried to end the revolution in France because Marie Antoinette was Austrian. So they sent troops to France. (This ended badly for the French monarchs.) • Prussia and Spain feared the spread of these revolutionary ideas if France succeeds so they also sent troops to France. • Great Britain didn’t really fear these revolutionary ideas (although the Reign of Terror was a bit much for them). They just wanted to get back at their enemy for helping the 13 win their independence. • Successful!

  12. Military Life Military • Joined army at 16… moved quickly up the ranks • Given first command in 1796 • Austria tried to end the revolution in France because Marie Antoinette was Austrian. So they sent troops to France. (This ended badly for the French monarchs.) • Prussia and Spain feared the spread of these revolutionary ideas if France succeeds so they also sent troops to France. • Great Britain didn’t really fear these revolutionary ideas (although the Reign of Terror was a bit much for them). They just wanted to get back at their enemy for helping the 13 win their independence. • Successful! Napoleon was able to fight off all four great European powers! Becomes most famous man in France!

  13. Political Life After Revolution • After successfully defeating the other European powers, he returns to France; some urged him to take power.

  14. Political Life After Revolution • After successfully defeating the other European powers, he returns to France; some urged him to take power. • In 1799, he convinces the newly established French government (The Directory – 5 members)

  15. Political Life After Revolution • After successfully defeating the other European powers, he returns to France; some urged him to take power. • In 1799, he convinces the newly established French government (The Directory – 5 members) to become a 3 man Counsel. Napoleon becomes First Consul.

  16. Political Life After Democracy • Despite the French government being controlled by more than one person, the military was loyal to Napoleon. He controlled the entire French military.

  17. Political Life After Democracy • Despite the French government being controlled by more than one person, the military was loyal to Napoleon. He controlled the entire French military. • In 1804, he assumes a dictatorship and crowns himself emperor.

  18. Wrapping up the French Revolution Crash Course

  19. Conclusion • One of the important outcomes of the French Revolution was the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. • Napoleon’s military success allowed him to gain control of France in 1799. By 1805, he declares himself Emperor of France!

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