⭐ Key Figures & Their Significance
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- Maximilien Robespierre: Led the most radical phase of the Revolution, the "Reign of Terror." He fought for the rights of the poor, but also had many opponents executed.
- King Louis XVI: King of France, whose weak leadership and refusal to listen to the people contributed to the Revolution. His execution marked the end of the monarchy.
- Marie Antoinette: The queen and wife of Louis XVI, known for her luxurious lifestyle and as a symbol of the old regime’s problems. She was also executed.
- Napoleon Bonaparte: Military leader who took power after the chaos of the Revolution. He carried out reforms, later became emperor, and spread revolutionary ideals across Europe.
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