What led to Desmoulins' ultimate downfall?
Plea for clemency
Battle loss
Financial scandal
Love affair
Answer
The plea for clemency served as the catalyst for Desmoulins' downfall, as it enraged Robespierre and led him to perceive Desmoulins as a threat to the revolution's unwavering ideology. Robespierre, driven by his unwavering devotion to the revolution's principles, viewed Desmoulins' plea for leniency as a dangerous departure from the revolutionary path, ultimately resulting in Desmoulins' demise.
Revolutionary Words: The Camille Desmoulins Challenge
More Questions
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox