Antoine Barnave

French politician and orator

Antoine Barnave - French politician and orator
Born

September 21st, 1761
263 years ago

Died

1793
232 years ago — 32 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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Born in 1761, a prominent politician and orator during the French Revolution. Initially a supporter of the Constitutional Assembly, played a key role in the early stages of the revolution. Advocated for constitutional monarchy and sought to appease various factions within the revolutionary movement. Engaged in significant debates that influenced the direction of revolutionary policy. Eventually arrested during the Reign of Terror for opposing radical measures, faced execution in 1793. His political writings and efforts contributed to shaping the revolutionary discourse of the era.

Played a role in the National Constituent Assembly

Wrote influential political texts

Advocated for constitutional monarchy

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