Fouché police
Definition
The secret police force established by Joseph Fouché during Napoleon’s reign. They were responsible for maintaining public order, suppressing opposition to Napoleon’s regime, and ensuring state security.
Analogy
Imagine Fouché police as a school principal's eyes and ears around campus - always watching, listening, reporting back any signs of trouble or dissent against school rules (in this case, against Napoleon).
Related terms
Napoleon Bonaparte: The French military leader who rose to power after the French Revolution. He declared himself emperor in 1804 and led France into a series of battles known as the Napoleonic Wars.
Secret Police: A law enforcement agency operating in secrecy for maintaining national security against internal threats, often associated with totalitarian regimes.
Censorship: The suppression or prohibition of any parts of books, films, news, etc. that are considered obscene, politically unacceptable, or a threat to security.
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