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Tango01 | 13 Jul 2018 1:03 p.m. PST |
…. on contemporary European law? "The French Civil Code[1] was enacted on March 21, 1804. The Code represents a comprehensive reformation and codification of the French civil law and was considered by Napoleon himself to be one of his most significant achievements. Nowadays it remains a strong legal, sociological and cultural landmark for the French nation. And in spite of some revisions that were introduced later, the Napoleonic code is still very applicable in the French Republic and Law today. The Code played a significant role mainly in the formation of the 19th century civil codes in most countries of continental Europe and Latin America. Today many European legal systems are established upon its basis and strong influence. The Civil Code has turned into a truly modern instrument successfully applied for over 200 years despite the vast social transformations in the French society. Its long-lasting effect is closely connected to the very history of its creation…." Main page link Amicalement Armand |
USAFpilot | 14 Jul 2018 2:46 p.m. PST |
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Tango01 | 14 Jul 2018 10:27 p.m. PST |
Vive!!! (smile) Amicalement Armand |
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