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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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Date:

may 30, 1804
may 1, 1814
~ 9 years and 11 months