To the right, there are two maps of Europe: the top one during Napoleon’s reign; the bottom after his reign. What do these maps tell you about Napoleon’s empire?
After Napoleonic Wars, plan needed to restore order and stability in Europe Negotiators met at the Congress of Vienna to discuss plan
Negotiators Lord Castlereagh of Great Britain Czar Alexander I of Russia Prince Klemens von Metternich of Austria Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand of France Metternich Distrusted democracy and political change Dominated the congress, wanted to restore the balance of power Goals for Other Decision Makers Make sure France could not rise again to such power Put down revolution wherever it might appear Remove traces of French Revolution and Napoleon’s rule
Redrew map of Europe Strengthened nations surrounding France Restored monarchies eliminated by Napoleon Under Metternich’s strong influence, revolutionary ideals silenced for almost 30 years
On the comparison worksheet, rank how well each revolution produced liberty and equality. Be sure to defend your scores for each revolution in the “evidence” section.
In your groups, discuss and decide on which of the revolutions best lived up to the ideals of liberty and equality. Provide evidence to support your final decision and be ready to share!
Answer on your warm up/exit ticket sheet: Given the results of the Congress of Vienna, was the French Revolution a failure?