French Revolution: Causes, Events, and Napoleon’s Rise
Definitions
- Sans-culottes: Appeared in France during the French Revolution. They were workers from the lower social classes, known for being the most radical group in France.
- Jacobins: Emerged at the end of the 18th century. They were a radical bourgeoisie, known for their radicalism and centralism.
- Terror: A period during the Convention, marked by Jacobins taking action against the moderate bourgeoisie and absolutists.
Causes of the French Revolution
Cultural Causes
- Liberal ideas criticizing absolutism
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