9. The establishment of a Republic

Question 1

What beliefs divided the Girondins and Jacobins?

Answer 1

The Jacobins were far more radical, believing in central control, willing to appease the Sans-Culotte and wanted to place the King on trial and execute him. The Girondins were far more cautious and had a greater commitment to the external war effort.

Question 2

What were some proactive decrees made by the Girondins in the period?

Answer 2

Made the River Scheldt open to all traffic.
Made a decree promising to extend liberty and to overthrown tyranny.
Made the Edict of Fraternity reiterating its enlightened views.

Question 3

What were some problems within France in 1792?

Answer 3

The growing inflation.
The peasant rioting of the ‘Chouan Rebellion’

Question 4

What were some reasons for the execution of Louis?

Answer 4

The radical left wanted to appease the Sans-Culottes and therefore wanted to kill the King.
A box was found with communications between Louis and the Austrians which made him appear treasonous.
Louis’ actions at the first Estates-General meetings were called into question.

Question 5

When did Louis die?

Answer 5

January 1793.