About this episode
The revolution devours its children! From princes to mayors, politicians to priests, explore the ultimate fate of yesterday's heroes!This main episode unpacks the rise and demise of the Duke of Orléans (Philippe Égalité) and Madame Roland. Two controversial figures who were once proud Jacobins, the revolution had turned on its biggest supporters.Episode Extra1.84.1 Dead or Alive?Examine the fate of several revolutionaries who rose to prominence during the constitutional monarchy. This includes Necker, Talleyrand, Abbé Sieyès, Mayor Bailly, and the Feuillant leader Barnave.Early AccessDon't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 85 "Virtue, Friendship, and Terror with Dr Marisa Linton" now! Available for all True Revolutionaries and above!The Grey History CommunityHelp keep Grey History on the air! Every revolution needs its supporters, and we need you! With an ad-free feed, a community discord, a reading club, and tonnes of exclusive bonus content, you're missing out! Do your part for as little as half a cup of coffee per episode! It's the best value on the internet, with the best people too!Join Now And Support the ShowMake a one-off donationContact MeSend your questions, praise, and scorn hereNewsletterSign Up for Free Bonus EpisodeFollow on Social Media:FacebookInstagramXAdvertisingPlease contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on Grey History: The French Revolution and Napoleon.All members of the Grey History Community have an ad-free version of the show. Support the show here.AboutGrey History: The French Revolution and Napoleon is a podcast dedicated to exploring the complexities of our history. By examining both the experiences of contemporaries and the conclusions of historians, Grey History seeks to unpack the ambiguities and nuances of the past. Unders
