1.9. Paris During 1789 Flashcards
What caused violence over the course of 1789?
The economic hardships for the Parisian poor, particularly in faubourgs
What percentage of wages did Parisian workers spend on bread alone by the spring of 1789?
80%
Where was there a riot?
The faubourg Saint-Antoine suburb of Paris
Why was there a riot in the Faubourg Saint- Antoine suburb of Paris?
There was rumours that Réveillon wallpapers were going to cut wages
When did an angry mob attack the factory and Réveillon family residence?
28th April
What happened on the 28th April?
The Réveillon factory was burned down and the mansion was looted of its valuables including the wine cellar of 2000 bottles
What happened to the mob attacking Réveillon wallpapers?
It was eventually suppressed by crown troops with about 50 people being killed and injured
What did the falling living standards and severe economic hardship create?
Palpable animosity (dislike) towards the king in Paris and things became more volatile once the estates general was formed from May
How did political opponents of Louis XVI use the economic crisis?
They used it to instigate a popular movement against the government
What did the Duc d’Orléans do?
He set up a permanent headquarters of this popular movement in his home, the Palais-Royal, in June
What went on at the Palais-Royal?
Thousands of Parisians went each night to hear revolutionary speakers such as Camille desmoulins
What did Louis do as the situation in Paris deteriorated?
He ordered troop reinforcements to be sent to the Paris-Versailles area
How many royal troops were there located around Paris by 11th July?
25,000 royal troops
When did news of Necker’s dismissal reach Paris?
12th July
What did speakers in the Palais-Royal encourage after necker’s dismissal?
To take up arms against the government
