1.67 Lyon IV: The Blame Game
Grey History: The French Revolution & Napoleon
by William Clark
6d ago
With the bloodshed of Lyon's Terror mired in controversy, there's no shortage of grey to explore! Examine what motivated Collot d'Herbois to embrace bloody repression. Learn how the Committee of Public Safety responded to his divisive actions. Who is responsible for the excesses in the city, and why do historians bitterly disagree? These are just some of the ambiguities we'll unpack in this bonus episode for community members! Listen Now The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! Enjoy an ad-free feed, a community chat ..read more
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1.66 Lyon III: Liberated City
Grey History: The French Revolution & Napoleon
by William Clark
3w ago
Confronted by the purge of the Girondins, the city of Lyon commences insurrection. The rebellion does not go to plan. Despite attempts at a negotiated solution, the city's revolt ends in horrific bloodshed. The Terror in Lyon permanently tarnishes the revolutionary project.   Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 67 "Lyon IV: The Blame Game" now! Available for all True Revolutionaries and above! The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a ..read more
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1.65 Lyon II: Whose Revolution Is it Anyway?
Grey History: The French Revolution & Napoleon
by William Clark
3w ago
Insurrection arrives in the city of silk! Although consumed by the same factionalism which devoured the capital, Lyon charts a unique path in 1793. With an unusual twist to familiar developments, the scene was set for one of the most controversial acts of the Reign of Terror. Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 66 "Lyon: Liberated City" now! Available for all True Revolutionaries and above! The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club ..read more
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1.64 Lyon I: Royalist or Revolutionary?
Grey History: The French Revolution & Napoleon
by William Clark
3w ago
Famed for being a bastion of reaction, the Republic's second city was anything but. This episode explores Lyon's unique experience of the revolution, unpacking both it's conservative and revolutionary stages. A trailblazer for popular democracy, the history of Lyon is one of contradictions, misnomers, and copious amounts of silk. It's also one civil war and terror... Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 65 "Lyon: Whose Revolution Is It Anyway?" now! Available for all True Revolutionaries and above! The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every ..read more
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1.65 Lyon: Whose Revolution Is it Anyway?
Grey History: The French Revolution & Napoleon
by William Clark
1M ago
Insurrection arrives in the city of silk! Although consumed by the same factionalism which devoured the capital, Lyon charts a unique path in 1793. With an unusual twist to familiar developments, the scene was set for one of the most controversial acts of the Reign of Terror. Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 66 "Lyon: Liberated City" now! Available for all True Revolutionaries and above! The Grey History Community Help keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club ..read more
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1.63 Caen: The North Rebels!
Grey History: The French Revolution & Napoleon
by William Clark
1M ago
Normandy and Brittany declare insurrection. Proclaiming their intention to march against the capital, a northern army was assembled to crush the anarchists in Paris. But, despite noteworthy successes, the Federalist Revolt of the North ended in disaster. Why did the Norman port of Caen become a key federalist stronghold? Did the insurrections pursue a truly federalist program? How did Paris respond to the emerging threat to the north These questions and more will be explored in this episode on the Federalist Revolts of 1793! Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode Extras) 1. A History of Caen: An exp ..read more
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Joint Episode: American Politics and the French Revolution with My History Can Beat Up Your Politics
Grey History: The French Revolution & Napoleon
by William Clark
2M ago
How did the French Revolution shape American politics? Why did the French Revolutionaries diverge from the Americans? Did the American Revolution inspire revolutionaries across the Atlantic? In this fantastic episode with Bruce Carlson of My History Can Beat Up Your Politics, we explore a range of intersections between the French Revolution and American history! If you have questions, send them on in! Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 64 "Lyon: Royalist or Revolutionary?" now! Available for all True Revolutionaries and above! The Grey History Community Help keep ..read more
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1.63 The North Rebels!
Grey History: The French Revolution & Napoleon
by William Clark
2M ago
Normandy and Brittany declare insurrection. Proclaiming their intention to march against the capital, a northern army was assembled to crush the anarchists in Paris. But, despite noteworthy successes, the Federalist Revolt of the North ended in disaster. Why did the Norman port of Caen become a key federalist stronghold? Did the insurrections pursue a truly federalist program? How did Paris respond to the emerging threat to the north These questions and more will be explored in this episode on the Federalist Revolts of 1793! Exclusive Bonus Content (Episode Extras) 1. A History of Caen: An exp ..read more
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1.62 The Federalist Revolts
Grey History: The French Revolution & Napoleon
by William Clark
3M ago
Outraged by the coup in the capital, insurrections erupted across the nation. With leading Girondins fleeing to the provinces, civil war was sure to follow. The Federalist Revolts had begun! This episode explores the national and local causes of the Federalist Revolts, as well as the meaning of federalism in the context of the French Revolution. It also examines key debates regarding the civil wars of 1793, including the objectives of the Federalist rebels. Additionally, we explore why federalism, once celebrated by the revolutionaries, had become the most extreme form of treason. Early Access ..read more
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Members Questions & Answers
Grey History: The French Revolution & Napoleon
by William Clark
3M ago
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 and listen to Episode 62 The Federalist Revolts now! Available for all True Revolutionaries and ..read more
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