Historical Events tagged with "grapeshot"
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Politics & Government
Napoleon Quells Rioters at the National Convention
October 4th, 1795 229 years ago
In 1795, a royalist uprising in Paris threatened the National Convention, prompting the revolutionary government to call for military support. Napoleon Bonaparte, tasked with commanding artillery, utilized grapeshot to effectively disperse the rioters. His decisive action restored order in the capital, showcasing his military prowess and securing the government's position against counter-revolutionary forces.
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