French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History)
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May 2, 2021
The podcast discusses the radicalization of the Sunkalots during the French Revolution, the formation of centralized committees and the case of Robert Barker, the municipal reforms in Paris in 1790, the dismissal of ministers and political turmoil, the storming of the palace during a demonstration, and the emergence of local leaders and the power shift in revolutionary Paris.
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- The events of June 20, 1792, revealed the deep divisions within revolutionary France and the limited power of the Assembly.
- General Lafayette's attempt to seize power and reassert control failed due to lack of support.
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The Events of June 20, 1792
On June 20, 1792, a large crowd of armed demonstrators gathered in Paris to protest the dismissal of the Girondin Ministers and to demand their restoration. The mob marched towards the National Assembly, then converged on the King's residence. They broke into the palace and confronted King Louis XVI, who remained calm and resolute despite the threats and insults. Eventually, the crowd dispersed, and the King's personal safety was secured. However, the image and authority of the monarchy were severely tarnished.
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