Georges Danton
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- proper noun
- /ˈʒɔrdʒ dɑ̃ˈtɔ̃/
- Robespierre ultimately ordered the execution of Georges Danton for opposing the excesses of the revolution.
Examples
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Georges Danton was a central figure in the fall of the French monarchy.
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Many historians regard Georges Danton as a voice of moderation during the Reign of Terror.
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Don't forget to read about Georges Danton in your history class!
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Who was Georges Danton?
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Georges Danton played a crucial role in the early stages of the French Revolution, advocating for radical reforms.
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As a leader, Georges Danton was instrumental in rallying support for the revolutionary cause among the people of France.
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In history books, Georges Danton is often remembered for his passionate speeches and leadership during pivotal moments of the revolution.
Synonyms
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A leader in the French Revolution who helped end the monarchy and was executed
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A leader in the French Revolution who helps end the monarchy and is executed during the Reign of Terror
Surface Forms
Morphology
Georges + Danton
This item is a proper name referring to a specific historical person; the referential identity and biographical information (French revolutionary leader, dates, actions) are not compositional properties of the parts 'Georges' and 'Danton'. Even if a B1 learner knows the two words as a given name and surname, they cannot derive the historical meaning or significance from the constituents alone, so the expression is not transparent.
Etymology
Georges Danton was a powerful speaker in the early French Revolution who helped end the rule of the king and supported putting King Louis XVI to death. He later opposed the Revolution's growing violence and was put to death himself, so people remember him as a leader who both shaped the Revolution and became one of its victims.