French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History)

1.26 The Brissotins and the Montagnards

Oct 12, 2020

Brissot and Robespierre denounce each other's solutions, diplomatic crises trigger conflict between France and Austria, reflections on gaming and war philosophy, exploring the rationale behind making war for peace, rumors of committee undermining the revolution, King Louis XVI's decision to pursue war, Robespierre's opposition to the war, Maximilian Robespierre's influence on the road to war, warnings against the consequence of war, escalating tensions leading to hostilities, the split within the Jacobins, rise of Francis II and the declaration of war

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The rivalry between Jacques Brissot and Maximilien Robespierre within the Jacobin Club intensified due to ideological differences and personal clashes.

Brissot advocated for war as a means to confront and overcome internal and external threats, while Robespierre opposed the idea and believed it would endanger the revolution's progress.

The dismissal of the war minister and the formation of the Girondin Ministry triggered a political crisis, deepening the division within the Jacobins and leading to the declaration of war.

Deep dives

The Troubles Besieging France in Late 1791 and Early 1792

The French Legislative Assembly faced significant challenges during this period. Food scarcity, inflation, violent insurrections, and the disarray of the army contributed to the nation's woes. The Brussowans attributed these issues to the enemies of the nation, including emigres, non-constitutional clergy, and suspected treasonous activities at the court. They advocated for war as a means to confront and overcome these internal and external threats.

Introduction

3min

Reflections on Gaming and the Philosophy of War

3min

The Rationale Behind Making War for Peace

4min

War Rumors and Growing Tensions

15min

Podcast Introduction and Advertisement for 'History of Everything'

1min

Opposition to War: Robespiere's Role

10min

Maximilian Robspere's Role in the French Revolution

4min

Opposition to War During the French Revolution

33min

Escalating tensions and the commencement of hostilities

4min

10.

The Brissotin Ministry

7min

11.

The Rise of Francis II and the Declaration of War

5min

Civil war erupts within the Jacobin Club as Brissot and Robespierre denounce each other's solutions to the nation's woes. Diplomatic and ministerial crises finally triggered conflict between France and Austria in April 1792.

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1.26 The Brissotins and the Montagnards

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The Troubles Besieging France in Late 1791 and Early 1792

The Divide Between Brussowans and Montagnes

Challenges in Initiating the War and Austria's Response

Robespierre's Opposition to War

The Political Crisis and Declaration of War

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The Troubles Besieging France in Late 1791 and Early 1792

The Divide Between Brussowans and Montagnes

Challenges in Initiating the War and Austria's Response

Robespierre's Opposition to War

The Political Crisis and Declaration of War

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