Georges Danton
French revolutionary (1759–1794)
1759 — 1794
Quick Facts
Profession
French revolutionary (1759–1794)
Born
October 26, 1759
Died
1794 (age ~35)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
politician, lawyer, revolutionary
FranceBorn in Arcis-sur-AubeDied in Paris
1759
Born in Arcis-sur-Aube (1759-10-26)
1792
Positiondeputy to the National Convention (1792–1795)
1793
PositionPresident of the National Convention (1793–1793)
1794
Died in Paris
About
Georges Jacques Danton was a French politician and leading figure of the French Revolution. A modest and unknown lawyer on the eve of the Revolution, Danton became a famous orator of the Cordeliers Club and was raised to governmental responsibilities as the French Minister of Justice following the fall of the monarchy on the tenth of August 1792, and was allegedly responsible for inciting the September Massacres. He was tasked by the National Convention to intervene in the military conquest of Belgium led by General Dumouriez, and in the spring of 1793 supported the foundation of a Revolutionary Tribunal, becoming the first president of the Committee of Public Safety.
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Who is Georges Danton?+
Georges Jacques Danton was a French politician and leading figure of the French Revolution. A modest and unknown lawyer on the eve of the Revolution, Danton became a famous orator of the Cordeliers Club and was raised to governmental responsibilities as the French Minister of Justice following the f
What does the name Georges mean?+
The name Georges means "plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.". It is of French origin.
When was Georges Danton born?+
Georges Danton was born on October 26, 1759.
When did Georges Danton die?+
Georges Danton died in 1794, at approximately 35 years of age.
Name Meaning
plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.
The name Georges is of French origin, meaning "plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Georges — October 26, 1759
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Caban
Earth — evolution, navigation, sync
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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