Revolution In The Provinces Flashcards
1
Q
What was the Municipal Revolution?
A
Resistance against the crown which covered the country
2
Q
How did towns protest?
A
- Overtaking councils by force
- Formation of National Guards to prevent counter revolution
- Integrated councils into committees
3
Q
How did peasants retaliate to rising bread prices?
A
By attacking grain convoys and hoarders
4
Q
Give 3 main features of rural protest
A
- Grain stores were looted
- Châteaux were attacked and burnt
- Terriers (peasant obligations) were destroyed
5
Q
What was the Great Fear?
A
When peasants were told Brigands were coming to burn their harvest (by order of the aristocracy) so they attacked landlords
