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Fall of Robespierre
Robespierre is condemned by the Convention : he will be guillotined immediately. Date: 28 July 1794
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1794 Condemned Convention Guillotined Immediately Revolution Robespierre
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This striking image captures the moment of condemnation for Maximilien Robespierre during the French Revolution on 28 July 1794. The Fall of Robespierre marked a pivotal turning point in the Revolution, as the radical leader who had spearheaded the Reign of Terror was himself brought before the Convention, the revolutionary legislative body. Robespierre, once a champion of the people and the driving force behind the Committee of Public Safety, had become increasingly tyrannical and paranoid. His relentless pursuit of perceived enemies of the Revolution had resulted in thousands of executions, earning him both fear and admiration. However, as public discontent grew and opposition to his regime mounted, Robespierre's days were numbered. On this fateful day, as the Convention convened, Robespierre and his allies attempted to seize control of the assembly. But they were met with resistance, and a fierce struggle ensued. In the chaos, Robespierre was denounced and arrested, along with several other radical leaders. The image shows Robespierre, dressed in a simple white shirt and trousers, being led away by armed guards. His expression is one of shock and disbelief, as he realizes the end is near. The other figures in the room, including Georges Danton and Saint-Just, look on with a mix of shock, anger, and relief. The Fall of Robespierre signaled the end of the Reign of Terror and the beginning of a more moderate phase of the Revolution. It is a reminder of the complex and often contradictory nature of revolutionary movements, and the unintended consequences that can arise from the pursuit of radical change.
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