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Georges Danton

Georges Danton

1759–1794

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Thunderous orator of the early Revolution who helped drive popular mobilization, later argued for moderation, and lost the deadly faction fight with Robespierre.

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  1. 1759personal

    Born in Arcis-sur-Aube

  2. 1780work

    Moves to Paris

  3. 1787personal

    Marries Antoinette Gabrielle Charpentier

  4. 1789highlight

    Emerges as revolutionary orator

  5. 1790work

    President of the Cordeliers Club

  6. 1792highlight

    Minister of Justice

  7. 1793work

    Committee of Public Safety

  8. 1793personal

    Wife's death

  9. 1793controversy

    Political decline and moderation

  10. 1794highlight

    Final speech against the Terror

  11. 1794death

    Trial and execution

  12. 1870–1940legacy

    Historical reputation disputed

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