The fall of Robespierre Flashcards
Why was there increased suspicion against Robespierre?
He was being autocratic, he was appointing friends as leaders to Commune, he was sentencing those who opposed him and he allowed for members of the Conv. to be tried.
When and what was the Battle of Fleurus?
June 1794- French win against Coalition leading to landslide victory.
When did Robespierre stop attending the CPS?
July 1794 to “think”
How were the wages changed in July 1794?
Illegally rising wages were forced back and a maximum wage was set on 5 Thermidor
What was Robespierre’s last speech to Convention?
He accused different groups of conspiring against public liberty, suggesting more purges.
What was the reaction of the Convention and Commune?
Convention wanted “down with the tyrant” whereas Commune liberated Rp (even though only 1/3 responded)
How many members of the Commune were killed?
87 out of 95
