After the French Revolution, the Estates General was abolished and never met again. A new constitution was created that supported property rights as well as a bicameral legislature as it was believed to be more stable than a simple one house legislature. Executive power went to the Director which consisted of five people who were elected to office by the legislators.
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The growing violence of the French Revolution resulted in various consequences. The Reign of Terror, led by Maximilien Robespierre, resulted in the execution of thousands of people, including political opponents and perceived enemies of the revolution. The violence also sparked a wave of fear and instability in France, leading to a loss of public support for the revolution and the rise of more conservative forces. Additionally, the violence and chaos of the revolution contributed to the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte and the establishment of the French Consulate and later the French Empire.
The political commissar was an employee of the Russian federal government. They were present during the French Revolution to oversee the military and ensure the governments control over the military.
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Maximilien Robespierre.
Maximilien Robespierre.