Reign or terror Flashcards
What was the Reign of Terror?
a period of violence and political repression that occurred in France during the French Revolution from 1793 to 1794.
Who was in charge of the Reign of Terror?
The Committee of Public Safety, led by Maximilien Robespierre
What was the goal of the Reign of Terror?
was to defend the French Revolution from its enemies and to maintain the power of the revolutionary government.
How many people were executed during the Reign of Terror?
It is estimated that between 16,000 and 40,000 people
What were the methods of execution during the Reign of Terror?
The methods of execution during the Reign of Terror included the guillotine, hanging, and shooting.
How did the Reign of Terror end?
The Reign of Terror ended when Maximilien Robespierre, the leader of the Committee of Public Safety, was arrested and executed in 1794.
What was the Committee of Public Safety?
it was a governing body established during the French Revolution that was responsible for protecting the Revolution and maintaining public order.
Who was Maximilien Robespierre?
He was a French lawyer and politician who was a key figure in the French Revolution and the leader of the Committee of Public Safety during the Reign of Terror.
What was the role of the guillotine during the Reign of Terror?
The guillotine was the primary method of execution during the Reign of Terror and was used to execute thousands of people.
What was the role of the Revolutionary Army during the Reign of Terror?
It played a key role in the Reign of Terror by helping to suppress rebellions and enforce the policies of the revolutionary government.
What was the Rule of Reason?
The Rule of Reason was a philosophical and political movement that emphasized rational thought and the rejection of traditional religious beliefs.
