For those interested in the French Revolution of 1789-1799. Dedicated to discussion of any and all topics relating to the Revolution in all its forms and representations-- straight historical, fictional, stage, screen, etc. However, blow-by-blow military history is discouraged, as this is not a list intended for "battle buffs." Open to enthusiastic amateurs, professional scholars, students who want to learn more about the period, and all those who get a thrill from the tricolor flag or La Marseillaise!

New members be warned: most of us are Jacobins and admire, or are at least sympathetic to, Robespierre and his fellow Montagnards. But royalists who join the group won't be guillotined. Please be assured that you will be treated courteously (though you may get some energetic arguments going).

Please note that since we have approved some members in the past who later turned out to be spammers for sleazy websites, we are now screening new members. In the "Comment" box on your application page, please include just a couple of lines telling us about your specific interest in the French Revolution. If you are a real human being with a genuine interest in the Revolution, we will happily approve you.

Salut et fraternité,
Susanna and Paul