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Les Quinze-Vingts
The Section des Quinze-Vingts are some of the most vociferous of the Parisian revolutionary groups in demanding the end of the monarchy
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1792 Demanding Groups Monarchy Parisian Quinze Revolution Revolutionary Section
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This evocative print captures the intensity and passion of the Parisian revolutionary group, Les Quinze-Vingts, as they demand an end to the monarchy in August 1792. The Section des Quinze-Vingts, one of the most vociferous and influential revolutionary groups in Paris, is depicted here in the midst of a heated meeting. The men, dressed in their distinctive red Phrygian caps, raise their fists and voices in unison, their faces etched with determination and resolve. The backdrop of the print is the ominous fortifications of the city, a reminder of the impending threat of war and the urgency of their cause. Historically, the Section des Quinze-Vingts emerged during the French Revolution as a radical and militant organization, dedicated to the defense of the people's rights and the overthrow of the monarchy. They took their name from the Hôtel des Quinze-Vingts, a hospital for the poor and destitute, which had been a symbol of charity and compassion in Paris for centuries. However, by the late 18th century, the hospital had become a hotbed of revolutionary activity, and the group that formed around it became a powerful force in the streets of Paris. As the revolutionary tide swept through France, the Quinze-Vingts played a key role in the storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, and the subsequent fall of the monarchy in September 1792. Their influence extended beyond Paris, inspiring similar revolutionary groups in other parts of France and helping to spread the revolutionary message far and wide. This print, with its powerful imagery and historical significance, offers a glimpse into the passion and energy of the Parisian revolutionaries and the pivotal role that the Section des Quinze-Vingts played in the events of the French Revolution.
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