The Emergence of the Emigres In the French Revolution 0.0 / 5 ? HistoryFrance 1589-1800France 1589-1850French RevolutionASAll boards Created by: IzzyDaymondCreated on: 19-05-15 18:45 Which important figure was among the first emigres to leave France in 1789? The Comte d'Artois (the King's Brother) 1 of 8 Why did Noblemen leave France? They had lost their privileges and felt unsafe 2 of 8 Who made up the majority of the emigres? The Third Estate and Clergy 3 of 8 Why did the rich members of the bourgeoisie leave France? They feared for their lives and property 4 of 8 What did the term 'Emigres' become associated with? A group of frivolous nobles attempting to restore the Ancien Regime for personal gain 5 of 8 Why did the army suffer as a result of the growth in emigres? Noble officers emigrated resulting in a lack of military discipline 6 of 8 What did many emigres join or support? The Counter-Revolution 7 of 8 How did the army improve because of the growth in the number of emigres? Officers left France allowing rapid promotion of talented men to leading positions 8 of 8
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