as inspired both the French and American Revolutions‚ which had recently occurred. The liberals were also inspired by the actions of Napoleon‚ who had traveled across Europe taking down monarchies and replacing them with Republics. This action prompted
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Western Civilization 4 April 2013 Essay Assignment In the 18th century‚ only 8% of the French population were part of the bourgeoisie‚ in which people are better off economically‚ are educated‚ are talented‚ and well informed. Unfortunately‚ Étienne and Marguerite Ouellette’s family were part of the social class that formed the majority of the population‚ the peasants. Both lovers were born in Alsace‚ northern France during the second half of the 18th century. Their lives were greatly
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group of well-educated individuals with a common culture‚ language and abilities that can then serve the State. The French educational system has a very large emphasis on content‚ culturally specific knowledge‚ scientific and mathematic knowledge. The system is designed to serve the needs of the state; the individuality and originality are not considered worth while values The French Republic has 60 million inhabitants‚ living in the 22 regions of metropolitan France and four overseas departments
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FRENCH CLASSICAL MENU 1) Hors D’oeuvre Being of a highly seasoned and piquant in nature‚ this course is used to manipulate the appetite for the dishes that are to follow. Inrecent years‚ hors d’oeuvres have gained in popularity‚ and now appear even on simple menus in modest eating places. Although the actual term “hors d’oeuvres” applies to the service of various cold salads and morsels of anchovy‚ sardines‚ olives‚ prawns‚ etc.‚ it also covers whatever items are served before the soup. Examples
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called off. Octroi was abolished. Revolutionary FRA also suffered from huge eco. decay. Govt. was burdened with loans. Pol instability affected economy. Series of wars brought huge loss to men and prop Social s/m: Middle class took control over French politics. End of feudalism- post revn many fled from France. End of privileges(taxation &property) enjoyed by Aristocrats and bishops. Forced labor was withdrawn. Unnecessary restrictions were repealed. Evil effects: Lack of able‚ foresighted
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Topic: The French revolution was caused by political incompetence and indecisive leadership. In this essay I will be going through prior events explaining king Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette’s indecisiveness and incompetence leadership in France first of all these two were in reign while the country was on the verge of bankruptcy which meant they had lots on their plate and had to be very careful with what they do. They were very young to rule this country which meant that they did not have
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During Napoleon’s rule in France‚ the French government underwent major changes in regards to administrative and legal structures. During this time‚ the French empire implemented the use of the Civil Code; also known as the Napoleonic Code. Like Napoleon in France‚ William Bismarck of Germany influenced major changes to German law. Under Bismarck‚ Germany adopted the German Civil Code. However‚ in 1918‚ a democratic constitution was recognized after World War 1 and the creation of the Weimar Republic
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COMMON EXPRESSION ON FRENCH 1. Expression: À la vôtre Pronunciation: [a la vot(reu)] Meaning: Cheers! To your health! Literal translation: To yours! 2. Expression: Allons-y Pronunciation: [ah lo(n) zee] Meaning: let’s go Literal translation: let us go there 3. Expression: À tes souhaits Pronunciation: [a tay sweh] Meaning: bless you Literal translation: to your wishes 4. Expression: Au fait Pronunciation: [o feht] Meanings: by the way‚ get to the point‚ informed 5. Expression: Au
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Reasons radicalization of French Revolution By the end of September 1791‚ the National Assembly announced that its work was done. In many ways‚ the Constitution of 1791 seemed to fulfil the promises of reform which had been first uttered by the men of 1789. All Frenchmen could now be proud that the following rights had been secured: equality before the law‚ careers open to talent‚ a written constitution‚ and parliamentary government. Hence‚ there was a sizeable faction within the National Assembly
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Enlightenment Absolutism from 1689 to 1799 in Eastern Europe Were enlightenment and absolutism ever compatible? Lonnie Johnson answered that question by stating “[they] may appear incompatible in theory‚ but they were compatible in practice” (Johnson‚ 98). Peter the Great‚ Maria Theresa‚ and Joseph II were the living proof of Johnson’s affirmation. From 1689 to 1799‚ Enlightened Despotism‚ also known as enlightenment from above‚ was enforced by these rulers with the main objective of obtaining more
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