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The Directory and Napoleon's rise to power, 1795–1799

the rise of Napoleon and his impact on France and Europe,: The Directory and Napoleon's rise to power, 1795–1799

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AqaA LevelHistory2H France in Revolution, 1774–1815 (A-level only)

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The Directory and Napoleon's rise to power, 1795–17994 objectives

The aftermath of the Terror: the Thermidorian reaction and White Terror; the 1795 Parisian risings.
The establishment of the Directory: the constitution; financial and political problems and policies; strengths and weaknesses of the Directory.
Military campaigns and expansion abroad: Napoleon's contribution to French success; background, character and military leadership; the Italian campaign and Egypt.
The coup of Brumaire and the establishment of the Consulate: the strengths and weaknesses of the new constitution; Napoleon's position and the state of France by 1799.

White TerrorCoup of 18 BrumaireDirectoryCoup d'étatTreaty of Campo FormioConsulate

Focus on key events and their implications: When answering questions, clearly link events like the Thermidorian Reaction and the Parisian risings to their impact on the Directory and Napoleon's rise.
Use specific examples in your answers.: When discussing the strengths and weaknesses of the Directory, include specific events or policies to support your arguments.

Confusing the Directory with the National Convention: The Directory was established after the National Convention and aimed to provide stability, whereas the National Convention was a more radical body during the Revolution.
Confusing the Directory with the National Convention: Clarify that the Directory succeeded the National Convention and had a different structure and purpose, focusing on stability rather than radical change.

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