French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History)

1.47 The Trial of the King Part II

Dec 24, 2022
Deputies in the French Revolution propose a national referendum for the King's trial. The Girondins and Mountain factions clash over direct democracy. The Girondins' surprising actions and motivations are explored. The changing beliefs of the Girondons and Montigna factions are discussed. The debate over executing King Louis XVI and its potential consequences are examined. The complex motivations of the Girondins in seeking alternative punishments for the King are explored.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
2
The Debate on the Referendum
04:05 • 12min
3
A Vicious Debate, Ideological Positions, and Historical Teasers
16:07 • 3min
4
The Changing Stance of the Gerondons
18:56 • 13min
5
The Motivations of the Zrondans and Historical Blindness
31:45 • 4min
6
Debating the Execution of King Louis XVI
35:33 • 22min
7
The Motivations of the Gerondons and Complexities of Saving the King
57:49 • 4min