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    The Haitian revolution was an event that took place 1791-1804. The haitian revolution was a revolt of slaves against their former French leaders in exchange for freedom. After a series of wars from the French trying to control and other nations trying to invade, the slaves of Saint dominique won freedom and renamed the place Haiti. This astonishing event was the first time in history where slaves have successfully revolted against their masters. The Haitian revolution was the result of people getting

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    society based on wealth, but reinstates slavery. For this reason, some people believe that the reforms achieved during his rule were more helpful to the average French citizen, while others believe that it was more harmful. Although many argue that Napoleon was a tyrant and therefore brought upon reforms that were harmful to the average French citizen, it is clear that using

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    argues that the Algerian FLN armed group (Front de Liberation National) had a considerable impact on shaping the landscape of post- Second World War France and ultimately Europe. An emerging sub-state terrorist organization devoted to put an end to French colonial domination of Algeria (1830-1962) throughout the 1950s, the FLN efficiently ruined France’s dreams of carrying on its position as a global power, in which consequently furthered France to commit itself to the nascent European Community. The

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    fearful due to the rebellions, and this rage was voiced by citizens around the world. The French government’s political role in the lives of Haitians during the rebellion was expressed in numerous governing documents. The social impact of the revolution can be seen through the perspectives of slaves during the time period. When Napoleon conquered France, he tried to reinstate slavery in Haiti. In May of 1802, a French commander kidnapped the head of the

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    Louis Malle’s Au Revoir Les Enfants is a French film produced by Nouvelles Editions de Films and was first released in Venice on August 29, 1987. The film displays the growing relationship between French citizens and Jewish citizens during a time of crises. When Germany occupied France, Hitler made it clear to hand over all Jews to Germany. If anyone was to do otherwise and provide aid to Jewish refugees, they too were to be punished. Pere Jean, the headmaster of a Catholic boarding school, took

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    dejected French army. He had huge victories over Austria, Egypt, Belgium, Holland, Italy, Germany, Poland, and Spain. Overall, by 1812 France and Napoleon controlled directly or by alliance most of western Europe. He also was at the head of efforts to weaken Great Britain and their commerce overseas. These attacks on France's enemies made him very popular amongst the French people and soldiers. In the ways of government, he passed the first Constitution of France as France's

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    controlled them he could control the church, he did pick the bishops and had them approved by the pope. This may not seem like a major change but it was important. This is one of the examples that shows how much control Napoleon had over France. The French freedoms of society was one of the great changes that Napoleon was known for. King Louis had absolute power and could not be removed, he had no national assembly or parliament. Napoleon ruled as emperor and could not have his power taken away from

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    On the subject of the Haitian Revolution, the second-hand information given in lecture notes and on the Haitian Revolution Wikipedia page differ. Not only is there a difference in the information given, but who the information is intended for is different. The reason for the information given in lecture notes is to educate. I’m not saying that the Wikipedia page does not “educate” it’s readers, but the lecture notes educates students on a different, legitimate level compared to the information

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    really eye opening. It was such an amazing experience; I learned so much about the language, the culture, and I ate some pretty amazing food. I think my French improved so much when I was there because the language was presented to me in so many different ways. I think I learn best when I have a bunch of different formats to learn material. As you can probably tell, I am super interested in French, and really language in general, but I have no idea what I want to do when I grow up. I have a lot of

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    of their guidance and protection. In this case Montreal escorts guides us in knowing the history while at the same time protecting it. They say it was until 1705 it was named Montreal city. This town was first colonized by French that is why French is also an official language beside English. In this there are many things that contribute to its existence. First there are buildings most of them with ancient

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