french-revolution

The French Revolution (1789–1799) was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France that overthrew the monarchy, established a republic, and profoundly altered the course of modern history.

Successful 1791–1804 slave revolt that ended slavery and established Haiti as the first black republic.

French military leader and emperor who conquered much of Europe in the early 19th century, reformed French law with the Napoleonic Code, and was finally defeated at Waterloo.