Hear the mighty Danton argue for a dramatic reorganisation of the executive branch.
Unpack why the topography of the Vendée was so beneficial to the defending insurrectionists. We also hear from a contemporary on the role of religion in the civil war.
Thanks but no thanks. This episode extra explores negotiations between Dutch exiles and the French government to ensure the mistakes of Belgium didn’t repeat themselves. It also unpacks unexpectedly positive responses to Dumouriez’s...
Unscripted thoughts on Dumouriez’s predicament in Belgium and a deep dive into the Belgian politics complicating his decision making.
Hear from an eye-witness (and participant) of the King’s trial! This account from the King’s confessor offers a personal and up-close look at Louis XVI’s final hours.
How did an Irishman become the confessor to the King of France? What happened to him after the King’s death and the Terror reigned supreme? This is the intriguing story of the unlikeliest of participants in the execution of Louis XVI.
Throughout the trial of Louis XVI, the Spanish authorities made active attempts to influence the outcome. Why were the Spanish so keen to intervene? How did they try to alter the outcome? Which deputies were implicated in the plot? This will be...
This unscripted analysis examines how the possibility of war in the Atlantic may have encouraged some Girondins to seek clemency for the King. It also examines an additional theory from Historian Jean Jaurès as to why the Girondins had no choice but...
Examine the discovery of Mirabeau’s secret dealings with the King, and reexamine his controversial actions for the crown.
My unscripted thoughts (consider yourself officially warned) on the Girondin assault against leading Montagnard leaders. Topics covered include the historical analysis of the events, alternative options available to the Girondins, and my criticisms.