The French who revolted for noble aims had to survive under the autocratic rule of Napoleon Bonaparte for a short period. Napoleon played a crucial role in defeating the European alliance which was formed under the leadership of Britain against France in the post revolution period. He seized the power in France in 1799. Though an autocrat, he instituted several reforms in France. Those reforms were stimulated by the ideas and aims of the French Revolution. They are given below.
- Farmers were made the owners of land.
- Formed sinking fund with the aim to avoid public debt.
- Constructed several roads for transportation.
- Exercised states control over the clergy. Established Bank of France to centralize finance.
- Prepared a new code of law by codifying the existing laws.
Through the strong revolution, the dreams of the French people were satisfied by the rise of the middle class and end of fuedalism.
