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The poets ANDRE MARIE and MARIE-JOSEPH-BLAISE de CHENIER, both revolutionaries, Andre was guillotined for opposing excesses, but his brother survived. Date: 1762 - 1794
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1762 1794 Andre Blaise Brother Excesses Guillotined Marie Opposing Poets Revolutionaries Survived Chenier
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Andre Marie and Marie-Joseph-Blaise Chenier: Two Revolutionary Poets of 18th Century France This evocative image captures the somber faces of two remarkable figures from the tumultuous era of the French Revolution: Andre Marie Ampere (1762-1794) and his brother, Marie-Joseph-Blaise Chenier (1764-1811). Both men were not only accomplished poets but also ardent revolutionaries who played significant roles in shaping the political landscape of their time. Andre Marie Ampere, the elder brother, is depicted on the left with a serious expression, reflecting the gravity of the times. He was a prolific poet, known for his patriotic verses that inspired the French people during the Revolution. However, his unwavering commitment to the cause led him to oppose the excesses of the revolutionary government, for which he paid the ultimate price. On October 10, 1793, Ampere was condemned to death by the Revolutionary Tribunal and guillotined just a few days later. Marie-Joseph-Blaise Chenier, the younger brother, is shown on the right with a thoughtful gaze. He, too, was a poet, but his political leanings were more moderate. After his brother's execution, Chenier went into hiding to avoid the same fate. He eventually emerged from obscurity and became a prominent figure in the post-Revolutionary literary scene, serving as a member of the Institut de France and the Académie Française. This poignant photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these two brothers during the French Revolution. Their stories highlight the complexities of the revolutionary period, a time of both hope and despair, creativity and destruction, and ultimately, transformation.
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