Chretien Malesherbes
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Chretien Malesherbes
CHRETIEN GUILLAUME de LAMOIGNON de MALESHERBES French lawyer and statesman, who defended Louis XVI so was of course accused of treason and guillotined. Date: 1721 - 1794
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1721 1794 Accused Chretien Course Defended Guillaume Guillotined Lawyer Malesherbes Treason Lamoignon
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Chretien Guillaume de Lamoignon Malesherbes: A Prominent Figure in the Final Days of the French Monarchy This evocative portrait captures the intense gaze and somber expression of Chretien Guillaume de Lamoignon Malesherbes (1721-1794), a French lawyer and statesman who played a pivotal role in the tumultuous events leading up to the French Revolution. Malesherbes is best known for his defense of King Louis XVI during his trial, an act that ultimately led to his own downfall and execution. Born into a noble family, Malesherbes studied law and quickly rose through the ranks to become one of the most respected legal minds in France. His reputation for fairness and integrity earned him the trust of the monarchy, and he was appointed as the King's Procurator General in 1774. However, his loyalty to the crown would be put to the test during the volatile years that followed. As political tensions escalated, Malesherbes advocated for reforms that aimed to mitigate the growing unrest. He drafted a constitution for the Estates-General, a body that was meant to represent the three estates of the realm and address the grievances of the people. However, these efforts were ultimately unsuccessful, and the situation in France continued to deteriorate. When Louis XVI was arrested and brought to trial in 1793, Malesherbes was tasked with defending him. Despite the overwhelming odds against them, Malesherbes and his team worked tirelessly to build a case for the King's innocence. However, their efforts were in vain, and Louis XVI was found guilty of treason and sentenced to death by guillotine. Malesherbes' unwavering loyalty to the monarchy ultimately led to his own demise. He was arrested and sentenced to death, and on March 1, 1794, he joined his former client in the grim embrace of the guillotine. This portrait serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often tragic interplay of power, loyalty, and justice during one of the most tumultuous periods in history.
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