Everything Everywhere Daily The Reign of Terror
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Apr 6, 2025 Dive into the chaotic Reign of Terror in France, a chilling 10-month period where radical revolutionaries took extreme measures against perceived enemies. Thousands were imprisoned or met their fate at the guillotine amid a climate of fear. Discover the rise of the Committee of Public Safety and the political upheaval that turned revolutionary fervor into madness. Witness the dramatic downfall of Maximilien Robespierre, whose gripping final days revealed the end of an era defined by paranoia and bloodshed.
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French Revolution's Depth
- The French Revolution was more than a political revolution; it was a cultural one.
- Radicals wanted to change French society completely, not just remove the king.
French Revolution's Origins and Divisions
- The French Revolution started in 1789 due to social inequality, economic crisis, and the absolute monarchy.
- The National Convention, formed after the monarchy's fall, was split between the Girondins and the Montagnards.
Factors Leading to the Reign of Terror
- Several factors led to the Reign of Terror, including the removal of the Girondins, empowered Committees, and the Law of Suspects.
- These factors eliminated moderate opposition and centralized power, creating the basis for the Reign of Terror.