Jacobin Society

The Jacobin Society was a political group during the French Revolution, active from 1789 to 1794. Named after the Dominican monastery where they met, they were radical reformers advocating for equality, democracy, and the abolition of the monarchy and aristocracy. Known for their vigorous activism and influence on revolutionary policies, the Jacobins played a key role in establishing the Reign of Terror, during which they executed King Louis XVI and pursued widespread political purges. Their leadership eventually grew more centralized, leading to the fall of their most prominent figures and the rise of other revolutionary factions.