Napolean

 Napoleon made many social changes to create a better Europe. He first abolished serfdom and took away power from the nobility. This made the rich nobility mad, because they were now put on the same terms as the lower class. This was a smart move because he is now making everyone equal, so there are many less people that will become upset. Madame de Stael, the daughter of Bonaparte's financial adviser, is upset because the leveling of classes is only pushing her down. She thinks it is ridiculous and unfair that she is losing her rights for nothing.   Also, Napoleon gave more citizens rights to property and access to education, which were not available before his rule.


He also made economic changes. First, when he went to Europe, he took money and art from Italy, because he had power. Eventually, after his reign, the items were given back. While Napoleon may not have seemed very greedy, he still had his eye on the valuables.  He also did many good things. He controlled prices, and created more business opportunities for the common person. He encouraged new industry which was another large source of new jobs for the people. Lastly, he also built railroads and canals for the people. This made way for easier, cheaper and faster transportation. While Napoleon may have been capturing these places and holding them under french rule, he was still doing good for them.


    Lastly, he made an political impact. To begin, he was one of the, if not the most successful general of all time. His major contribution was that he gave his knowledge of politics to all of the countries that he conquered, including Austria, Italy, Belgium, Holland, and many more. One of these was was called meritocracy. This means that a leader was chosen on his skill and accomplishments, or merits, and not based on divine right or through family. This lead to a brighter and more successful future for many of these countries.

While Napoleon may be seen by many as a ruthless ruler and immense military threat, he did do many great things for the continent of Europe.

Napolean