Georges Danton

Georges Danton was a prominent French revolutionary leader during the late 18th century, known for his role in the early stages of the French Revolution. He co-founded the Cordeliers Club, advocating for popular sovereignty and the rights of the common people. As the first president of the Committee of Public Safety, Danton initially supported radical measures to defend the revolution. However, his moderate stance later led to conflicts with more extreme revolutionaries. Ultimately, he was arrested and executed in 1794, embodying the tumultuous nature of revolutionary politics and the dangers of ideological conflict.