French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) 1.23 The Constitution of 1791
Jun 8, 2020
The podcast highlights the flaws of the Constitution of 1791 in the context of the French Revolution. It explores the transformation of prominent figures, power dynamics within the assembly, and limitations of the king's power. The decision to separate legislative and executive branches is discussed, along with the dissatisfaction among Democrats and Republicans. Overall, it provides an introduction to the French Revolution and encourages support for the show.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Evolution of Prominent Figures in the French Revolution
03:32 • 14min
Power Dynamics and a Tale of a Famous Book Printer
17:24 • 3min
The Limitations of the King's Power in the Constitution of 1791
19:58 • 22min
The Exclusion of Deputies from the King's Ministry
42:15 • 5min
Flaws of the Constitution
47:11 • 9min
An Introduction to the French Revolution and Napoleon
56:31 • 2min