First Empire (may 30, 1804 – may 1, 1814)
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Napoleon emperor
Victories in War of 3rd Coalition vs. BR, PR, RU, Por; Austerlitz 1805
The Napoleonic Wars extended French influence throughout Western Europe and Poland. Reached its height in 1812. Established the Napoleonic Code throughout the continent.
FR defeat in 1814-15 marked the end of the empire
BR the only power not to make peace w/ Nap throughout Napoleonic wars. If Europe was dominated under single empire, BR's sovereignty would be at risk
Nap's wars lead to desire for self-determination and rise of nationalism
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