French Revolution Flashcards
What was the slogan of the French Revolution?
Liberty
Equity
Fraternity
What was the first acts of the National Convention in France?
To abolish the monarchy and make France a republic.
What was the Reign of Terror?
In the face of domestic and foreign threats, the National Convention in France took drastic action, creating a Committee of Public Safety that had almost dictatorial powers and waged a brutal campaign against people considered enemies of France.
Between 20,000-40,000 men, women and children were condemned to the guillotine during the Reign of Terror.
How did the Reign of Terror end?
The National Convention ordered Robespierre’s arrest. He was quickly tried and executed.
What was the long-term impact of the French Revolution?
It made France more democratic, declaring equality of all people. Feudal dues and customs were abolished and slavery was ended in all French colonies.
Revolutionary leaders established a uniform system of weights and measures known as the metric system. They also called for free public schools so all citizens could receive an education.
What happened after the National Convention discovered a trunk containing letters written by the king showing he was plotting to crush the revolution.
The convention tried and convicted King Louis 16th of treason and he was sent to the guillotine.
What countries were at war with Revolutionary France?
Five nations:
- Great Britain
- Dutch Netherlands
- Spain
- Prussia
- Austria
Monarchs in those countries were fearful of the Revolution in France.
