
1796 coup attempt
The 1796 coup attempt in France was an effort by factions within the revolutionary government to seize power, driven by political rivalries and the chaos of the French Revolution. It involved plots to replace existing leaders with that of a more stable or aligned government. The attempt ultimately failed, highlighting the intense factional struggles and instability during this period. While not as famous as other revolutionary events, it underscored the ongoing turbulence and power struggles that characterized France's revolutionary decade.