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The aftermath of the Terror: the Thermidorian reaction and White Terror; the 1795 Parisian risings.
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The Directory and Napoleon's rise to power, 1795–1799
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The aftermath of the Terror: the Thermidorian reaction and White Terror; the 1795 Parisian risings
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What was a significant outcome of the Thermidorian Reaction in 1794?
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The Thermidorian Reaction led to the fall of Robespierre and marked the end of the Reign of Terror.
Key terms
- White Terror: The period of violence against perceived enemies of the Revolution, particularly targeting Jacobins and former revolutionaries, occurring after the fall of Robespierre.
- Coup of 18 Brumaire: The coup d'état led by Napoleon Bonaparte on November 9, 1799, which effectively ended the Directory and established the Consulate.
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Confusing the Directory with the National Convention: The Directory was established after the National Convention and aimed to provide stability, whereas the National Convention was a more radical body during the Revolution.
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