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1.26 The Brissotins and the Montagnards

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History)

CHAPTER

Opposition to War During the French Revolution

This chapter discusses the opposition to war during the French Revolution, highlighting the concerns and arguments against engaging in conflict with foreign foes. It examines the belief that empowering domestic adversaries and the idea of oppressed nations rising up against their governments would jeopardize the revolutionary cause. The chapter also warns against the potential consequences of war, such as military dictatorship and the victories of generals being more disastrous than defeats.

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