across the face of Europe. They occurred in France, 'Italy', Piedmont, The Austrian Empire, Germany, Poland, Holland, Denmark and Switzerland. These events which occurred across Europe had many similarities both in their origins, nature and consequences but just as many differences. Many of these similarities lie in the fact that the leaders surrendered power easily and the type of government that was set-up.

In France there was a general feeling of dislike for the King Louis-Phillipe the

XVIII. Phillipe's country badly needed much liberal social reform to keep the citizens happy. However, Phillipe was not prepared to give any ground in the direction of social reform. He ignored the principles behind parliamentary government and appointed first ministers who agreed with his decisions. He also manipulated elections, as well as, gave judiciary favours. Phillipe stubbornly resisted attempts to make government more representative and responsive. These actions caused discontent among the French. Banquets were organised by the middle classes to protest at the government's intransigence. Phillipe quickly had them banned whe

In conclusion, there were many similarities and many differences between the

leader. Napoleon had only one aim on his mind when he took power and that was to

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