Guillotine
Who was famously executed by guillotine in 1793? (HINT: A KING!!!!)
Louis XVI (yes its 16th)
Why was this period called The Reign of Terror?
because of the mass killings and public executions that took placed during that time
Why did Robespierre believe using terror was necessary during the Revolution?
Robespierre argued that terror and fear were essential tools
How does Robespierre justify executions?
"Terror is nothing but prompt, severe, inflexible justice; it is therefore an emanation of virtue"
What was the primary purpose of the guillotine when it was invented during the French Revolution?
The primary purpose of the guillotine was to provide a quick, humane method of execution for all individuals, symbolizing equality under the law.
Who created the Committee of Public Safety?
The National Convention
What factors allowed Robespierre and the Jacobins to rise to power after Louis XVI’s execution?
Public anger over Louis XVI’s broken promises (e.g., failing to uphold the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen) as well as during the time people
What was the Jacobin club?
a political group that terrorized civilians to protect the revolution
What is blade made of ?
METAL
how does one get sentenced to execuetion?
showed signs that they’re enemies of liberty
When and where was Maxiliem Robspeirre born ?
Born in Arras France 1758 May 6
What snacks was invented during the French Revolution?
POPCORN!
What is the function of the bascule during an execution?
It tilts the condemned person into position for decapitation.
Why were the executions ironic?
The revolution started due to inequality of the poor
What two wars happened during the time of Maxiliem Robspeirre ?
The war Le Massacre de champ Mars, Journeys revolutionnaires
Why the calendar later became infamous ?
became infamous because of Robespierre fell (9 Thermidor, Year II).
What does the term "mouton" refer to in the context of the guillotine?
It is the weight that helps drop the balde
What was Robespierre's job before he became a member of the committee of public safety?
a lawyer who represented poor people
What actions did Robespierre take against the Catholic Church
Clergy members faced widespread persecution
Church lands and properties were forcibly confiscated