Bonapartist Party

Definition

The Bonapartist Party was a political group in France that supported the ideas and leadership of Napoleon Bonaparte and his family. It emerged during the 19th century, particularly during the Second French Empire (1852-1870).

Analogy

Think of the Bonapartist Party as a fan club for a popular band. Just like fans who support their favorite band no matter what, members of this party were loyal to Napoleon and his family, promoting their policies and ideals.

Related terms

Napoleon III: He was the nephew of Napoleon I, served as President of France from 1848 to 1852, then declared himself Emperor until he was overthrown in 1870.

Second French Empire: This is the imperial bonapartist regime of Napoleon III from 1852 to 1870, between the Second Republic and the Third Republic, in France.

Coup d'etat: A sudden overthrow of a government by a small group; it's how both Napoleons came into power.