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The spread of the Terror: executions; the influence of Robespierre and the sans culottes; the role of the CPS; Robespierre's fall and the collapse of the Terror.
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The emergence and spread of the Terror, September 1792–1795
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The spread of the Terror: executions; the influence of Robespierre and the sans culottes; the role of the CPS; Robespierre's fall and the collapse of the Terror
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What was one of the main reasons for the increase in executions during the Terror?
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The fear of counter-revolution was a primary reason for the increase in executions during the Terror.
Key terms
- Terror: A period during the French Revolution characterized by extreme political repression and mass executions, primarily from September 1793 to July 1794.
- Committee of Public Safety: A political body that gained dictatorial control during the French Revolution, responsible for overseeing the Terror and implementing policies to protect the revolution.
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Confusing the roles of different revolutionary groups: Clarify that the sans-culottes were primarily working-class militants advocating for radical change, while the Jacobins were a political club that included various factions, including more moderate members.
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