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The Age of Napoleon Podcast

Episode 65: The Blank Slate

Mar 21, 2020
The Treaty of Amiens brings peace and Napoleon focuses on reform. Parisian social scene and British visitors. Tension between the Church and the revolutionary government in France. The influence and challenges of the French Revolution. Challenges faced by newly integrated French citizens and Napoleon's rule instability.
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Quick takeaways

  • The Treaty of Amiens brought peace between France and Britain, leading to celebrations and increased tourism in Paris.
  • Napoleon used the opportunity of peace to initiate ambitious reforms to address France's financial, commercial, and religious challenges.

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Peace and Celebration

After the Treaty of Amiens, France and Britain finally achieved peace, much to the joy of the average people. London celebrated with illuminated government buildings and general elections that signaled satisfaction with the peace. Paris experienced a surge in social events and festivities, with hot air balloons, fireworks, and mock battles organized by Napoleon.

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