2.5- The National Convention Flashcards
1
Q
When did the convention replace the legislative assembly?
A
After the storming of the Tuileries
2
Q
How was the national convention selected?
A
Universal manhood suffrage
3
Q
What class were the deputies from of the convention?
A
Bourgeoise
4
Q
When did the new convention meet?
A
21-22 September 1792
5
Q
What did the new convention vote to formally abolish?
A
The monarchy and to create France’s first republic with a new revolutionary calendar
6
Q
When was the new revolutionary calendar adopted?
A
24th October 1793
