Emanuel Freteau
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Emanuel Freteau
EMANUEL MARIE MICHEL PHILIPPE FRETEAU de Saint-Just French statesman who held important posts in the Revolutionary government but was decapitated for his views. Date: 1745 - 1794
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1745 1794 Decapitated Emanuel Held Important Marie Michel Philippe Posts Revolutionary
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This evocative portrait captures the intense gaze and resolute demeanor of Emanuel Marie Michel Philippe Freteau, better known as Saint-Just, a French statesman who rose to prominence during the French Revolution. Born in 1745, Saint-Just began his political career as an advocate for the common people, using his eloquence and passion to influence the revolutionary government. He held several important posts, including that of Public Prosecutor and member of the Committee of Public Safety, where he worked alongside Maximilien Robespierre. Despite his commitment to the revolution, Saint-Just's radical views and unyielding stance against counter-revolutionary forces ultimately led to his downfall. In 1794, he was arrested and tried before the Revolutionary Tribunal, accused of despotism and treason. The trial was a farce, with the outcome predetermined. Saint-Just was condemned to death and met his end by the guillotine on September 28, 1794. This image, captured in the late 18th century, serves as a poignant reminder of the tumultuous and often brutal nature of the French Revolution. Saint-Just's unwavering commitment to his beliefs, even in the face of certain death, continues to inspire and intrigue historians and students of political history. The portrait's intricate details, from the folds of his shirt to the brooch on his chest, offer a glimpse into the fashion and style of the time, while the somber background and intense expression on his face underscore the gravity of the events that unfolded during the French Revolution.
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