What was the political climate like at the time of Desmoulins' death?
Reign of Terror
Industrial Revolution
Enlightenment
Restoration period
Answer
During the Reign of Terror, a period marked by political instability and oppression in France, Maximilien Robespierre, a prominent political figure, held significant power. Robespierre's control allowed him to arrest and execute anyone suspected of disloyalty or opposition to his ideals. The political environment was characterized by fear and paranoia, leading to Desmoulins' eventual downfall and tragic execution.
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