JOURNAL ARTICLE

Barnave: The Revolutionary Who Lost His Head for Marie-Antoinette.

  • Published In: French History, 2024, v. 38, n. 2. P. 286 1 of 3

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Walton, Charles 3 of 3

Abstract

This article is a biography of Antoine Barnave, a key figure in the French Revolution. It explores his transformation from a Jacobin revolutionary to a collaborator with the monarchy, and the factors that contributed to the downfall of the revolutionaries' initial goal of a constitutional monarchy. The article also discusses Barnave's background, his ambivalent politics, and his role as an advisor to the king and queen. It examines the mistakes made by the Constituent Assembly that led to a spiral of distrust and polarization, ultimately sealing Barnave's fate. The article provides insights into Barnave's motivations and his commitment to the project of constitutional monarchy, as well as his views on politics and the monarchy's role. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:French History. 2024/06, Vol. 38, Issue 2, p286
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0269-1191
  • DOI:10.1093/fh/crae011
  • Accession Number:178738794
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