C J M Barbaroux
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C J M Barbaroux
Charles Jean Marie BARBAROUX (1767-1794) French scientific writer and revolutionary who joined the Girondins and alas, paid the price on the guillotine at Bordeaux. Date: circa 1790
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This evocative portrait captures the intellectual and revolutionary spirit of Charles Jean Marie Barbaroux (1767-1794), a French scientific writer and ardent supporter of the Girondin faction during the French Revolution. Born in Aix-en-Provence, Barbaroux was a prolific writer and editor, contributing to numerous scientific and political publications. His works reflected the Enlightenment ideals of reason, progress, and liberty. As the Revolution gathered momentum, Barbaroux became increasingly involved in political affairs. He joined the Girondins, a moderate faction that advocated for a constitutional monarchy and the rule of law. However, as the Revolution turned violent and the radical Jacobins rose to power, the Girondins were targeted for their perceived moderation and elitism. Despite his contributions to the scientific community and his commitment to the ideals of the Revolution, Barbaroux was arrested on charges of counter-revolutionary activities and sent to Bordeaux for trial. On August 1, 1794, he was condemned to death by the Revolutionary Tribunal and executed by guillotine. His tragic end serves as a reminder of the volatile and unforgiving nature of the French Revolution. This portrait, taken around 1790, offers a glimpse into the life of a man who dedicated himself to the pursuit of knowledge and the advancement of society, only to be caught up in the tumultuous events of the Revolution. Barbaroux's story is a poignant reminder of the human cost of political upheaval and the importance of preserving the ideals of reason and liberty.
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