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The age of Enlightenment took place between the time when Louis XIV died (1715), and the coup d'etat (1799, when Napoleon came into power. It is during this time period that the French Revolution occurred, as well as several other stages of reform. Strongly influenced by the pertinent reformations, the people began to exit the times of darkness, and entered a time of growth. The ideas of growth, reason, and natural law built a strong foundation for …

… keep it in a peaceful state. Napoleon's actions show that he did not take must notice to the thoughts of the bourgeoisie and the goals of the French Revolution. He ruled the country as he saw fit in order to keep it in a peaceful state. His choice to abolish freedom of speech and impose a harsh, strict secret police on the citizen shows that he was against the ideals of the French revolution.