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dec 2, 1851 - Coup d'état of Louis Napoleon

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In the midst of an ending presidency, Napoleon staged a self-coup to claim power as Emperor of France. By doing this, Napoleon was able to continue enacting his reforms without as much interference from legislature. Thus, Louis Napoleon became almost an enlightened despot, as his uncle was.

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dec 2, 1851
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~ 173 years ago