Napoleon implemented a system in which he granted titles and land to people who would support him financially. This resembles feudalistic relationships of Louis XVI’s time, where loyalty and support were rewarded with land and privileges. Just as feudal lords provided protection and land to vassals in exchange for military service and loyalty, Napoleon created a new ruling class that depended on financial backing and allegiance, thus establishing a similar hierarchical structure based on mutual benefit and obligation. This approach allowed Napoleon to consolidate power and build a loyal base of support, mirroring the dynamics of feudalism where land ownership and titles were central to political and social structure.
Based on the description of feudalism given in the lesson, analyze how Napoleon’s new ruling class resembled feudalistic relationships of Louis XVI’s time.(1 point)
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Napoleon implemented a system in which he granted titles and land to people who would support him financially.
Napoleon implemented a system in which he granted titles and land to people who would support him financially.
Napoleon brought back the old ruling class that Louis XVI had used.
Napoleon brought back the old ruling class that Louis XVI had used.
Napoleon created the Council of the Ancients and the Council of 500, with himself at the top as consul.
Napoleon created the Council of the Ancients and the Council of 500, with himself at the top as consul.
Napoleon divided people between the Legion of Honor and taxpayers, similar to the Estates-General.
Napoleon divided people between the Legion of Honor and taxpayers, similar to the Estates-General.
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