Rebellion

revolt of Lyons

1793 · 45.77° N, 4.83° E

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When
1793
Kind
Rebellion
Coordinates
45.77° N, 4.83° E
Description
counter-revolutionary movement in 1793

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Revolt of Lyon against the National Convention

Counter-revolutionary movement in 1793

The revolt of Lyon against the National Convention was a counter-revolutionary movement in the city of Lyon during the time of the French Revolution. It was a revolt of moderates against the more radical National Convention, the third government during the French Revolution. It broke out in June 1793 and was put down in October of the same year, after government forces had besieged the city.

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