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Directoire

Directoire

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A period in France from 1795 to 1799 when five directors ran the government
  • noun
  • /dɪˈrɛktwɔr/
: Directorio
  • After the fall of the Directoire, Napoleon Bonaparte rose to power in France.

Examples

  • The Directoire was marked by political instability and frequent changes in leadership.

  • Fashion during the Directoire period reflected the neoclassical tastes of the time.

  • The Directoire was marked by political instability.

  • During the Directoire, France faced many challenges.

  • The Directoire was a time when France experienced significant political changes and unrest.

  • Art and architecture during the Directoire period showcased a return to classical ideals.

  • The government of the Directoire struggled to maintain order amidst widespread public discontent.

Surface Forms

Directoire singular
Directoires plural

Etymology

Directoire names the period in France from 1795 to 1799 and comes from the French government called the 'Directory'. The word is from director and direct, meaning 'to lead', so Directoire means the years when a small group of leaders ran the country.