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 Revolution and Napoleon enthusiasts? Then Grey History The French Revolution and Napoleon is the history podcast for you! In the first 12 episodes, we explore the origins of the French Revolution. Starting with French history in the late eighteenth century, the first two episodes examine the Estates of the Realm and the historic reigns of King Louis XIV and King Louis XV. We then dive into French involvement in the American Revolutionary War, and the profound impact this has on the history of France...
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 3 days 10 hours 16 minutes
episode 62: Members Questions & Answers
Lafayette’s time in prison, opportunities for Louis XVI to escape his fate, debt jubilees in the modern world, and extrajudicial killings! These are just some of the great topics explored in this special bonus episode for the Grey History Community! You can access the full episode by supporting the podcast today! Full Members-Only Questions & Answers Episode Listen to the full episode now! Join the community today! Early Access for Episode 62 The Federalist Revolts Don't wait, support the show...
episode 61: The Purge of the Girondins Part III
Facing setbacks and defeat, the insurrectionists of Paris recommited to the cause. Surrounding the Convention with armed force, the deputies of the Convention are compelled to submit. On June 2 1793, the Girondins were purged, and French history was changed forever.
episode 62: Joint Episode: Napoleon in Egypt with History of Egypt Podcast
We recap the revolutionary events that preceded the expedition, as well as the various motivations behind Napoleon's undertaking. We also explore what Europeans knew of Ancient Egypt before the invasion, as well as the lasting legacy of Napoleon's expedition on the field of Egyptology.
episode 60: The Purge of the Girondins Part II
Insurrection! With deadlock paralysing the Convention, and the Commission of Twelve provoking the radicals of Paris, another journée consumed the capital.
episode 59: The Purge of the Girondins
With the revolution paralysed by factional feuds, the people of Paris moved to break the deadlock. This episode explores the weeks immediately preceding the Purge of the Girondins, including how Brissot and his allies rallied support across the country. It also examines the differing opinions of historians in relation to the actions of the Girondins in early 1793. With foreign plots and rumblings of civil war, there's plenty to unpack! Episode Extras (Bonus Content) 1...
episode 58: Episode Swap - History Daily
History Daily is another great history podcast that you might enjoy. 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 time...
episode 58: Feedback Wanted: New Community Initiatives
The Committee of Public Literature and a Community Discord. These are just some of the ideas for new community initiatives, and I would love to hear your feedback! Please just reply to the associated post on Patreon, or message me directly on Patreon or Social Media...
episode 58: The Faction Menace
Division and discord cripples the Convention as factional warfare consumes the deputies.
episode 57: Episode Swap - Pax Britannica
Pax Britannica is one of my favourite history podcasts. If you're looking for a great series on the English Civil Wars (and the British Empire more broadly), look no further!This episode swap features the trial of King Charles I. There's plenty of...