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Discours par Maximilien Robespierre — 17 Avril 1792-27 Juillet 1794

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A selection of political speeches, reports, and formal replies delivered during the revolutionary period, focused on questions of justice, constitutional design, and the conduct of public power. The texts present arguments about the judgment of the former sovereign, proposals for a declaration of rights and a republican constitution, and explanations of measures adopted by the governing committee. Several pieces respond to personal accusations and outline principles of civic virtue, public morality, and the relation of religion to republican principles. The collection closes with a dramatic address recounting the crisis that ended the author’s political ascendancy.

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Maximilien Robespierre

Maximilien Robespierre (1758-1794) was a prominent French lawyer and politician during the French Revolution, known for his influential role in the Reign of Terror. As a leading member of the Committee of Public Safety, he advocated for radical social and political reforms, emphasizing the principles of liberty and equality. His speeches, such as those compiled in "Discours par Maximilien Robespierre," reflect his fervent commitment to revolutionary ideals and his vision for a just society. Robespierre's legacy is complex, marked by his passionate rhetoric and the controversial measures he supported, which ultimately led to his downfall and execution.

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