French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) 1.11 The Parisian Powder Keg
Dec 14, 2019
Paris runs wild as Necker is dismissed and a counter-revolutionary coup is commenced. Hunger, freedom of the press, and rumors of conspiracy fuel the willingness to revolt. Various social classes protect themselves against enemies. The Storming of the Bastille shapes the French Revolution. The Palais Royale becomes a hotbed of resistance. Young orator inspires action and unity with green cockades. The Great Revolt begins with Demolar's impassioned speech for freedom. Chaotic scenes of pillaging and violence in Paris during the Revolution.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Bread Crisis and Political Unrest
02:57 • 26min
The Palais Royale: A Hotbed of Resistance
28:38 • 4min
A Young Orator Inspires Action and Unity
32:19 • 2min
The Parisian Powder Keg and the Great Revolt
33:54 • 3min
Chaotic Scenes in Paris: Pillaging and Violence during the French Revolution
37:07 • 10min