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** The legacy of the revolutionary era **

 * French Revolution and Napoleon ended in 1815
 * People felt its effects for years to come

Traces of the revolutionary era

 * Many famous names in London named after Generals
 * Many unit measurements were invented by revolutionaries


 * Liberalism **
 * Estate General wrote constitution in 1789 beginning with 'Declaration of Man and rights of citizens'
 * ideas of equality and liberty came from revolution
 * spread through Europe when Napoleon conquered them
 * Old rulers took back thrones after Napoleon's defeat
 * people could not forget memories of freedom and equality


 * Nationalism **
 * idea that France was a nation not a kingdom
 * not property of Louis XVI, but 28 million people
 * France flag: red + blue = people, white = king
 * people drew back territories of countries before Napoleon had conquered them


 * Revolutions **
 * Liberals and Nationalists started revolutions in 1820, 1830, and 1848
 * Many revolutionaries were German students
 * 1830, revolutions broke out in six countries
 * Belgians rose against Dutch King Williams in the Netherlands
 * Belgians drove the dutch out and proclaimed Belgian as an independent country


 * Images of revolution **
 * image of liberty created in 1792
 * portrayed as a woman holding a club and a liberty cap
 * named Marianne, appeared in countless pictures
 * statue of liberty
 * gift from France for 100 years of independence
 * goddess of democracy
 * made by students in 1989


 * Legends and myths of revolution **
 * Napoleon legend was most lasting
 * In 1840, almost 20 years after his death, British allowed his body to be given re-burial at France
 * 100,000 people lined in Paris to pay him respect
 * Tomb was top tourist attraction in Paris
 * Many buildings were monuments to Napoleon
 * 20 franc coin has Napoleon's portrait

Two major beliefs came out of the French Revolution: liberalisms and nationalism. From these, people from other parts of Europe also revolted against their Kings and established their independent countries. Revolutionary symbols were introduced and Napoleon was honored by many people.
 * Summary: **

Should we keep the legendary figures of war or send them to exile?
 * Questions: **