Famous Revolutionaries: Maximilien Robespierre Pt. 1
He entered the Age of Enlightenment as a young, well-educated student who saw the French nobility and clergy as corrupt — and society as ripe for an overhaul. As France plunged into crisis after crisis, Robespierre transformed from idealistic lawyer… to agitator for revolution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices