Napoleon can be considered a/an ____ because his political actions belonged to the traditions of the eighteenth century.

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Napoleon fits the criteria of an enlightened despot, as he believed in the principles of the Enlightenment and ruled with absolute power, yet also made reforms to benefit the people and modernize France. While he did become a military dictator and eventually an emperor, this alone does not fully encompass his political beliefs and actions. He also did not fit the criteria of a republican or representative political official, as his regime was not based on democracy or popular sovereignty. Finally, while some may argue that he became a tyrant, this label is not the best fit given his initial intentions and achievements in enacting social and economic reforms.

Napoleon Can Be Considered A/an ____ Because His Political Actions