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Napoleon's Hundred Days

In Our Time

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Napoleon's Legacy: Power, Politics, and Performance

This chapter delves into the political and administrative legacy of Napoleon following his Hundred Days and subsequent defeat. It examines his lasting reforms and the contrasting negative repercussions for France, including heightened tensions in the narrative surrounding conservatism and liberalism. Additionally, the discussion highlights the role of theater as propaganda, shaping public perception and impacting the political landscape while analyzing the reputations of Napoleon and Wellington in this tumultuous period.

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