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Representatives Control Armies
- Revolutionary representatives had absolute authority over the armies, overseeing every military aspect.
- Their pressure equated military caution with treason, making defeat a capital crime.
Vendean Feudal Fighting Structure
- The Vendean rebels formed feudal-style private armies loyal to lords.
- Their lack of unified strategy kept them from fully exploiting their strength.
Vendean Rebel Successes
- Vendean rebels seized Tours and its weapons, enhancing their military capabilities.
- They then captured Saumur, consolidating rebel control in the Vendee region.