The Age of Napoleon Podcast

Episode 54: The New Covenant

Jul 23, 2019
Napoleon consolidates power after forming a new government and becomes dictator of France through an undemocratic referendum. The episode explores the authoritarian nature of the draft constitution, Napoleon's political maneuvering, and the manipulated results of the controversial referendum. It also discusses the loyalty and downfall of Cíaz, highlighting the power dynamics between him and Napoleon.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Formation of a New Government and Concentration of Power
02:25 • 17min
3
Napoleon's Political Alignment and Grey History the French Revolution
18:59 • 2min
4
Appointments and the Legitimacy of the New Constitution
20:34 • 5min
5
The Manipulated Referendum
25:28 • 5min
6
Some Considerations on Social Organization: Exploring Unity and Factionalism during the French Revolution
30:31 • 8min
7
The Loyalty and Downfall of Cíaz
38:34 • 3min