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French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History)

Grey History (William Clark)

History isn"t black and white, yet too often it"s presented as such. Explore the ambiguities and nuances of the French Revolution. Support the show today: https://www.patreon.com/greyhistory Ever wondered how the French Revolution started with hope for liberty and equality and descended into the Reign of Terror? Curious as to how the French Revolution still influences your life today? Looking for your next long-form, detailed history podcast recommended by universities and loved by French

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1.23 The Constitution of 1791

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2020/06/08

With the democrats on the run, the newly established Feuillant Club had an opportunity to revise the constitution and cement its power. King Louis XVI accepts the Constitution of 1791, but historians and contemporaries alike criticise the document for possessing countless flaws. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club, and tonnes of exclusive bonus content, you're

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1.22 The Tricolour Terror

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2020/05/11

King fled. Captured Instead. Trouble Ahead. With the nation shocked by the King's attempted escape, public debate erupted over the future of both the monarch and the monarchy. Unfortunately for the revolutionary left, these divisive debates resulted in bloodshed and repression. Who should be blamed for the Champ de Mars Massacre, and how successful was the Tricolour Terror it unleashed? The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need

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Show Update April 2020

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2020/04/24

When will season one end? What will be the topic of season two? How can you access Grey History's new bonus content, including Episode Extras, Stand Alone Episodes and Mini-Series? This is the update that answers it all (sort of). The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club, and tonnes of exclusive bonus content, you're missing out! Do your part for as little as half a

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1.21 Run Louis Run

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2020/04/21

The King escapes Paris in the famous Flight to Varennes. As the revolution was devoured by the left and the right, what was the true catalyst for Louis' decision to flee? What prevented the daring escape from succeeding? Maps of the Flight to Varennes: www.greyhistory.com/maps-of-the-flight-to-varennes/ Support the Show & Access Bonus Content: https://www.patreon.com/greyhistory Send your questions, praise, and scorn here: https://greyhistory.com/contact/ Sign Up for the

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1.20 Death of the Aristocracy

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2020/04/06

As religious divisions threaten the peace, the Assembly makes an enemy of France's warrior class. Mirabeau, seeking to save the revolution from its increasing radicalism, enters into secret dealings with the court. Were his actions justified? The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club, and tonnes of exclusive bonus content, you're missing out! Do your part for as

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1.19 A Holy War Begins

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2020/03/27

The Catholic Church becomes the revolution's most tenacious and ferocious foe. The Civil Constitution of the Clergy forces the nation to choose between revolution and religion. Was this conflict inevitable, or did the revolutionaries simply make a terrible mistake? The decisions of the revolutionaries would impact France for centuries, and impact the course of both the revolution and the age of Napoleon as well. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs

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56:31

1.18 A Popular Revolution

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2020/03/18

A popular, revolutionary sentiment sweeps across the nation. To express support for this new nationalism, the French people created a whole host of new ceremonies and customs. But do these traditions truly represent national unity? Additional Resources Check out illustrations of liberty trees, federations, and Phrygian caps! You'll find references to the symbols and events throughout Napoleonic history and even in Paris today. Symbols and Ceremonies of the French Revolution of 1789 The Grey

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1.17 Rivals for Power

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2020/03/08

The National Assembly was being challenged by a variety of revolutionary actors both inside and outside of Paris. Attempting to command greater authority, the Assembly introduced sweeping administrative and judicial reforms. These reforms acted as the bedrock for further initiatives by Napoleon during the Napoleonic Empire, and continue to shape France today. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed,

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1.16 Clubbing in Paris

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2020/02/19

Division and disunity grip the Assembly. As factions, societies, and clubs begin to dominate the political landscape, the Assembly finds itself embroiled in divisive debates concerning universal male suffrage and martial law. This episode explores the many political associations of the early Revolution, including the famous Jacobins. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a

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54:51

1.15 The October Days

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2020/02/05

A great revolt consumes Paris. Hungry, fearful, and outraged by events at Versailles, tens of thousands of Parisians marched on the court. The subsequent October Days altered the course of the French Revolution. These events remain the source of great controversy, with historians failing to agree on the causes of the March of the Market Women in October 1789. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a

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1.14 Decrees and Declarations

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2020/01/23

The Great Fear was followed by great achievements. In an effort to tame the peasant uprisings, the deputies attacked feudalism as well. The rights of man were declared to consolidate the revolution, and the role of the King in society became a central debate. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club, and tonnes of exclusive bonus content, you're missing out! Do your

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53:28

1.13 The Great Fear

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2020/01/07

France slides into anarchy. Fear and paranoia drive the populace to take up arms, and a municipal revolution occurs. When the forces of counter-revolution fail to take their revenge on the people, the peasants take theirs instead. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club, and tonnes of exclusive bonus content, you're missing out! Do your part for as little as half a

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43:02

1.12 The Storming of the Bastille

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2019/12/14

The Bastille is stormed! Paris created a new municipal government, and the revolution was secured by popular action. But, what was the symbolism of the Bastille both before and after its fall? The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club, and tonnes of exclusive bonus content, you're missing out! Do your part for as little as half a cup of coffee per episode! It's the

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1.11 The Parisian Powder Keg

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2019/12/14

Necker is dismissed and Paris runs wild. As a counter-revolutionary coup is commenced by the King, chaos erupts in the capital. This episode examines how the effects of hunger, freedom of the press, and rumoured conspiracy impacted Paris’ willingness to revolt. It also explores the actions undertaken by various social classes within the city to protect themselves against numerous enemies (counter-revolutionary or otherwise). The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every

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1.10 The National Assembly

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2019/12/14

The Estates-General transformed itself into the National Assembly. In an iconic scene, the famous Tennis Court Oath changes the course of the revolution. So too does the King Louis' response. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club, and tonnes of exclusive bonus content, you're missing out! Do your part for as little as half a cup of coffee per episode! It's the

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1.09 The Estates General

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2019/12/14

While the Estates General gathered at Versailles, new problems emerged. Already facing unprecedented challenges, the French government had to grapple with an age-old foe. Starvation. Scarcity of food resulted in bloody consequences, including theRéveillon riots of April 1789. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club, and tonnes of exclusive bonus content, you're

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1.08 Grievances of the Nation

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2019/12/14

King Louis XVI announced the summoning of the Estates-General, but that did little to contain the kingdom's growing unrest. The Paris Parlement was ridiculed by the public for attempting to ensure the nobility dominated the body, while Necker struggled to grapple with the violent situation he faced as he determined how the Estates-General should be constituted. Finally, the French listed their grievances as they elected their delegates, giving us a snapshot into the thoughts of a nation on the brink

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1.07 The Cradle of the Revolution

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2019/12/14

As the political situation in Paris and the countryside deteriorated rapidly, armed revolts became a serious threat, radical bodies emerged, and the demands for Necker's reinstatement and the summoning of the Estates-General continued to haunt the government. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club, and tonnes of exclusive bonus content, you're missing out! Do your

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1.06 The Revolt of the Parlements

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2019/12/13

Brienne tackled the Parlements in order to avoid bankruptcy, but the ancient courts were no strangers to obstructing the King's will. Unfortunately for the French monarchy, the Parlements also rejected a potential solution to the impending crisis. What was Louis XVI to do? The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club, and tonnes of exclusive bonus content, you're

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1.05 The Assembly of Rebels

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2019/12/13

France faced bankruptcy. In an effort to avoid the Parlements and an Estates-General, Calonne convened an Assembly of Notables in February 1787 to try to legitimise drastic measures intended to save the state's finances. Unfortunately for Calonne, the Assembly of Notables quickly evolved into an Assembly of Rebels. Things did not go to plan. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community

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