Napoleonic Wars (Remastered Edition) - Manny Man Does History

The video covers Napoleon Bonaparte's rise to power, his military campaigns, and the Napoleonic Wars. It details his strategic prowess, the formation of various coalitions against him, and key battles like Trafalgar and Austerlitz. The narrative follows his expansion across Europe, the Continental System, and the eventual decline marked by the disastrous Russian campaign. It concludes with his defeat at Waterloo, final exile to St. Helena, and the lasting impact of his rule on Europe, including the spread of nationalism and the Congress of Vienna's efforts to maintain balance.

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Amiens?

• It led to the formation of the Third Coalition.

• It resulted in the annexation of the Iberian Peninsula.

• It established peace between France and Britain for a short period.

• It ended the Napoleonic Wars.

Which battle marked a significant naval defeat for France during the Third Coalition?

• Battle of Austerlitz

• Battle of Trafalgar

• Battle of Leipzig

• Battle of Borodino

What was the result of the Battle of Austerlitz?

• The Holy Roman Empire was strengthened.

• The British navy gained control of the Mediterranean.

• Napoleon achieved a decisive victory against the Russian and Austrian armies.

• Napoleon was defeated by the Third Coalition.

What was a key factor in Napoleon's military strategy?

• Relying solely on naval power

• Using artillery units with infantry and cavalry

• Forming alliances with Britain

• Avoiding battles in Central Europe

What was the purpose of the Continental System established by Napoleon?

• To promote trade with Britain

• To exclude Britain from European trade

• To form a military alliance with Russia

• To annex the Iberian Peninsula

Which countries formed the Fourth Coalition against Napoleon?

• Austria, Prussia, Russia, and Britain

• France, Spain, Portugal, and Italy

• Britain, Russia, Prussia, Saxony, Sicily, and Sweden

• Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Portugal

Why did France and Spain invade Portugal in the early 1800s?

• Portugal declared war on France.

• Portugal was allied with Austria.

• Portugal continued trading with Britain.

• Portugal supported the Continental System.

What was a significant consequence of Napoleon's invasion of Russia in 1812?

• The French army suffered massive losses due to the harsh winter and guerrilla attacks.

• The French army gained new territories.

• Napoleon formed an alliance with Russia.

• Napoleon successfully captured Moscow and forced a Russian surrender.

What was the significance of the Congress of Vienna?

• It resulted in the annexation of the Iberian Peninsula.

• It established a balance of power in Europe that lasted until World War One.

• It marked the beginning of the Industrial Revolution.

• It led to the rise of Napoleon as Emperor.

What was the outcome of the Battle of Waterloo?

• Napoleon achieved a decisive victory.

• The French army successfully invaded Britain.

• Napoleon was defeated and exiled to St. Helena.

• The Prussian army surrendered to Napoleon.