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1. Second French Empire

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   The Second French Empire (1852–1870) was the final form of government of France under Charles Louis Napoléon Bonaparte, who reigned as Emperor Napoleon III. It succeeded the Second Republic (1848–1852) and was brought to an end by the Franco-Prussian War. The era is characterized by rapid industrial expansion, aggressive foreign policy aimed at restoring French prestige, and a unique synthesi…