The Battle of Morengo

After the battle of morengo, the austrians have to sue for peace. The war in italy is effectively over in less than a month. Now he is confirmed in his position and named first consul for life. His first move is to make peace with everyone in a treaty called the treaty of amien. And so this is when he makes his move, to drop the pretence of a republic. He is named emperor of france. It's one of the most stunning images in world history.