Georges Danton
At a glance:
- Series: Dictionary of World Biography: The 17th and 18th Centuries
- Categories: Government and Politics, Social Issues, Reform, and Protest
- Subcategories: Politicians, Diplomats, Generals, Military Officers, Soldiers, Revolutions, Rebellions, Uprisings, Riots, French Revolution, Reign of Terror
- Curriculum: 18th Century European History, French History
Article abstract: Danton was one of the principal leaders and shapers of the French Revolution. He became influential in molding modern conceptions of democracy, revolutionary politics, and the nation-state.
Early Life
Georges-Jacques Danton, like most of his future revolutionary associates, was born into a comfortably middle-class, provincial family. His father, Jacques Danton, who died when Georges was two years old, worked as a clerk for a local court. His mother, née Jeanne-Madelaine Camut, was remarried to an Arcis merchant, Jean Recordain, when...
[The entire page is 2012 words long]
Join eNotes
Over 3,500 study guides, question and answer forums, literature criticism, reference content, and much more!
