Did Louis try to get along with the Dutch people?
No
Yes
Only in the beginning
Only at the end of his reign
Answer
Louis tried to get along with the Dutch people, and he was initially popular with them. He spoke Dutch and encouraged his courtiers to do the same. He also supported the Dutch economy, and he allowed them to govern themselves with a great deal of autonomy. However, Louis's attempts to extend French power in the region eventually alienated the Dutch, and they rebelled against him in 1789.
From Emperor to King: Unraveling Louis Bonaparte's Reign
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