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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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1.56 Fasting and Furious

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2023/07/08

Multiple crises radicalise the sans-culottes of the capital, and a new ultra-radical movement emerges on the revolutionary left. Those associated with the Enragés rose to challenge the National Convention, as well as the Girondins and Jacobins who dominated it. Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode Extras) 1.56.1 The Red Priest - Unpack the past of Jacques Roux, the most iconic leader of the Enragés. Compare how Roux and those like him differ from previous sans-culottes leaders who originated from

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1.55 Civil War in the Vendée

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2023/06/21

The revolutionaries are confronted with a new challenge in the west. Recruitment riots grip the nation, and in a region known as the Vendée, these disturbances fast became organised resistance. By June 1793, civil war consumed western France, and large swaths of the countryside were controlled by the Royal and Catholic Army. In this episode, we explore why the Vendée was the first region to revolt against the National Convention, the unique characteristics of the civil war, and multiple debates that

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1.54 Its Treason Then!

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2023/06/07

The war expands and disaster strikes. This episode explores the entry of England and Holland into the Revolutionary War, as well as the French invasion of the Dutch Republic in February 1793. As Belgium begins to break, the Austrians and the Prussians unleash a devastating counter-attack, crippling the French military and causing chaos behind the lines. In the resulting disarray, General Dumouriez goes rogue. The consequences of his actions have a direct impact on the Reign of Terror. Exclusive

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Joint Episode - French Intervention in the American...

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2023/05/07

Why did the French get involved in the American Revolutionary War? How did the French help the Americans? Why did relations deteriorate between the two nations in the subsequent years? All these questions and more are explored in this special joint episode with Mike Troy of the American Revolution podcast! Join Mike and me as we unpack the French intervention and the evolution of French-American relations after the conflict ended. This collaboration episode is only possible thanks to the support of

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Hospitalisation, Dengue Fever, and Delay

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2023/04/24

I have been very ill with a severe case of Dengue Fever. Although I am now out of the hospital, I have not been able to return to the podcast as quickly as I had hoped. Please bear with me while I recover! Episode 54 “It’s Treason Then!” is now available to all patrons, and will be released on the public feed as soon as possible. All patrons also have access to my recent collaboration with the American Revolution Podcast focused on French Intervention in the American Revolutionary War. Episode 55

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1.53 The Advance of France

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2023/04/04

The crusade for universal liberty runs into problems. While some occupied territories demand annexation, others resist the encroachment on their traditional rights and privileges. To make matters worse, factionalism cripples the Executive council, while tensions rise between the National Convention and General Dumouriez. With division impacting both the government and the army, what could possibly go wrong? Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode Extras) 1.53.1 Belgian Politics & Dumouriez's

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1.52 The Corsican Revolution & Milestone Celebration

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2023/03/19

It's time to celebrate! As a thank you to everyone who has been helping spread the word about Grey History, the first bonus episode on the Corsican Revolution is temporarily available to everyone who signs up for the Grey History newsletter! Just provide your e-mail below and I'll send through the full-length bonus episode! immediately! SIGN UP HERE FOR CORSICAN REVOLUTION Episode 52 "The Corsican Revolution Part II" is now available to all patrons of the show! Episode 53 "The Advance of France"

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1.51 Questions & Answers Part II

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2023/03/05

In the second and final Q&A episode, we’ll be covering why the French revolutionaries didn’t take more inspiration from the American constitution. We'll also explore ways a more moderate revolution could have been successfully established, as well as discuss how support for the revolution changed over time. Finally, we'll unpack financial questions relating to the new regime, as well as select actors for a hypothetical French Revolution TV series. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History

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54:40

1.50 Questions & Answers Part I

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2023/02/17

We've hit Episode 50 and there are some amazing questions to celebrate! In this episode, we'll be exploring the role of Robespierre, key turning points in Louis XVI's reign, and some interesting historical hypotheticals. We'll also unpack the impact of Icelandic volcanic activity on the revolution as well as my research methodology. Thank you to everyone who has sent in a question. If your question wasn't answered in Part I, it will be in Part II! The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History

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1.49 The Trial of the King Part IV

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2023/01/31

On 21 January 1793, Louis XVI was executed by the French Republic. How did the King live his final hours? What preparations were made to ensure the King could not escape? What impact did this monumental event have on the revolution at home and abroad? These are the questions that will be explored in the final part of the King's trial. Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode Extras) 1.49.1 The Life of Henry Edgeworth, Louis XVI's Irish Confessor 1.49.2 Edgeworth's Account of the King's Execution The Grey

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1.48 The Trial of the King Part III

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2023/01/16

With problems besetting the young republic, the Convention had to end the contentious trial of Louis XVI. How would the trial proceed? Who would determine the King's guilt and punishment? When would the judgment take effect? These are just some of the many questions the deputies grappled with as they dealt with the King's conviction and sentencing. Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode Extras) 1.48.1 Spanish efforts to influence the trial of King Louis XVI - This episode explores the Convention's votes

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1.47 The Trial of the King Part II

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2022/12/24

As the deputies proceed with the King's trial, a radical proposal upends the proceedings. Leading Girondins suggested "the appeal to the people", a national referendum to determine the King's fate. Rejected by the Mountain, both factions denounce the other as they seek to win the support of the Plain. This episode explores the appeal to the people, the positions of each faction on direct democracy, and the possible motivations for the Girondins' surprising actions. Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode

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1.46 The Trial of the King Part I

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2022/11/24

With the republic declared and foreign armies pushed back beyond the frontiers, the National Convention had no choice but to turn its attention to justice. Should the King be tried? Could he even be tried? If he could, how would the nation hold its former monarch to account? These were the questions that gripped the Convention as they sought to prosecute Louis for a long list of crimes. Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode Extras) 1.46.1 Mirabeau's Secret Letters -Examine the discovery of Mirabeau's

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1.45 First Republic, Then Dictatorship?

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2022/10/24

The new national legislature descends into factional chaos. Fears of tyranny dominate the Convention, and a schism in the Jacobin Club rocks the revolution across the entire nation. Amongst the quarrels, the deputies make history, abolishing the monarchy and establishing the French Republic. Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode Extras) 1.45.1 The Girondin Attacks - Unscripted thoughts on the Girondin assault against leading Montagnard leaders. The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the

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Interview Episode - Russian Rulers History Podcast &...

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2022/09/16

Catherine the Great is one of the most intriguing and consequential monarchs of the 18th century. Mark Schauss from the Russian Rulers History Podcast joins me for a wide-ranging interview on Catherine's reign. In this episode, we discuss Catherine's influential policies, politics, and wars, as well as her surprising ascent to the Russian throne. We also discuss Catherine's relationship with the Enlightenment and leading French philosophers, along with her attitude towards the French

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39:17

Crossover Episode: History Daily

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2022/08/29

In this crossover episode we examine another great history podcast called History Daily. Every weekday, host Lindsay Graham takes you back in time to explore a momentous event that happened ‘on this day’ in history. Whether it’s to remember the tragedy of December 7th, 1941, the day “that will live in infamy,” or to celebrate that 20th day in July, 1969, when mankind reached the moon, History Daily is there to tell you the true stories of the people and events that shaped our world—one day at a

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1.44 The National Convention

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2022/08/22

The National Convention meets in Paris. Who were the deputies who led France? What divided them? How accurate are the common perceptions of their politics? This episode explores the new national legislature and the factions that would dominate it. Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode Extras) 1.44.1 The Legalisation of Divorce -Explore the ground-breaking legalisation of divorce in September 1792. Its impact was significant, and it would take almost 180 years for similar legislation to arrive in the

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1.43 The Invasion of France

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2022/08/01

On the eve of the Invasion of France in August 1792, the courts of the First Coalition were maintaining an uneasy alliance. Events in Poland had reinforced the long-standing distrust between the courts of Berlin, Vienna, and St. Petersburg, and developments in the east would fundamentally alter the trajectory of the allies' advance. This episode examines how events in Poland impacted the Prussian invasion, as well as the nature of the army that marched with the Duke of Brunswick. We'll also explore

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Joint Episode - History of the Papacy Podcast

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2022/07/29

Steve Guerra from the History of the Papacy joins me for a fantastic chat about all things Papacy, Church, and the French Revolution. We would love to do another discussion in the future, so please send through ideas for possible conversations on topics relating to the Papacy or the Catholic Church in either France or the Revolutionary era! A huge thank you to the Patreon supporters of Grey History! Your support is what makes special episodes like this possible! Part I - 2:30 The history of the

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1.42 The Corsican Republic Part I Sneak Peek...

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History) ·

2022/07/28

In this wide-ranging episode, we examine two thousand years of Corsican history! After covering the basics, we’ll explore how various empires and kingdoms left their mark on the island, and discuss how democratic and republican traditions were first established more than a thousand years ago. We'll also unpack the origins of the bitter relationship between Corsica and Genoa, setting us up for an amazingly eventful Part II. Want more on the Corsican Republic? Join the Patreon community today and

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