Historical Events tagged with "national guard"

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

The June Rebellion in Paris Suppressed

June 6th, 1832 192 years ago

The June Rebellion, a popular uprising in Paris, was met with a fierce response from the National Guard. Sparked by dissatisfaction with economic hardship and political exclusion, insurgents rallied in the streets. Barricades were erected, and fighting ensued in several districts over three days, particularly around the Rue de la Mortellerie and the Place de la Bastille. The rebels were primarily made up of republicans and workers disillusioned by the July Monarchy. Despite initial success, the rebellion was ultimately crushed, resulting in significant casualties.

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Politics & Government

Hanriot Arrests Girondists Amid Political Turmoil

June 2nd, 1793 231 years ago

François Hanriot, the leader of the Parisian National Guard, orchestrated the arrest of 22 prominent members of the Girondin political faction, who were selected for arrest by the radical journalist Jean-Paul Marat. This significant episode unfolded during a period marked by intense political strife in revolutionary France, as the Girondists began losing influence to more radical factions, particularly the Jacobins. The arrests amplified tensions within the National Convention and foreshadowed a darker phase of the Revolution that would culminate in the Reign of Terror, as rival factions jostled for power amidst fears of counter-revolution.

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Politics & Government

Lafayette Becomes Colonel General of National Guard

July 15th, 1789 235 years ago

Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, was named Colonel General of the newly established National Guard of Paris by popular acclamation. This appointment took place amid rising tensions in France, reflecting the revolutionary fervor sweeping through the nation. The National Guard was formed as a response to the need for public order in Paris and served as a citizen militia, symbolizing the shift from monarchic authority to popular sovereignty.

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