The Insurrection of 10 august 1792
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Summary about the insurrection of 10 august 1792
Jacobin planned
on insurrection of large number of Parisians who emerged by the short supplies
and high prices of food. On 10 August
1792, they stormed the palace of the Tuileries massacred king’s guards and hold
the king himself as hostage for several hours.
Later the
assembly voted for imprison the Royal Family.
Elections were
held.
From now all
men of 21 years and above regardless of wealth got right to vote.
On 21 September
1792, abolished the monarchy and declared France a Republic.
Louis XVI
was sentenced to death by a court on the charge of treason.
On 21 January 1793, he was executed publicly at the Palace.What is Jacobin Club Click here
Summary about the insurrection of 10 august 1792
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