What did Desmoulins ultimately advocate for in his journal?
Clemency
Total war
Foreign intervention
Stricter laws
Answer
In his influential journal "Le Vieux Cordelier," Camille Desmoulins ultimately advocated for clemency and a halt to the bloodshed during the French Revolution. Instead of continuing the Reign of Terror, he believed that revolutionary ideals could be achieved without escalating violence and targeting innocent lives. Desmoulins' call for moderation gained significant attention, sparking a debate within the revolutionary ranks and laying the foundation for Thermidorian Reaction.
Revolutionary Words: The Camille Desmoulins Challenge
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