Many historians see Napoleon as a person who had a negative influence on Europe's history, especially in terms of human lives lost during his campaigns. However, Napoleon is also seen as having had a positive effect on Europe during his reign. What is that positive effect?
Select one:
a. Through conquest, Napoleon brought the system of direct democracy to other nations in Europe.
b. Napoleon opened his private treasury and spread the wealth of France throughout Europe so that villages were glad so see his soldiers.
c. Napoleon spread the ideals of the Enlightenment to the countries he conquered, which liberated and empowered citizens in other countries.
d. Napoleon tried to spread respect and enthusiasm for Catholicism throughout Europe along with greater freedom of religion.