Paul Barras

ModernPoliticianFrance1755 — 1829

Member of the Directory who helped Napoleon rise.

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Quick Facts

Born

1755

Died

1829

Country

France

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)49

Political (20%)41

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)59

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score46.6

Paul Barras — Complete Timeline

1792 AD

Elected to the National ConventionPolitical Action◆ Major

Barras was elected as a deputy to the National Convention, representing Var. He initially aligned with the Montagnards and voted for the execution of Louis XVI.

French RevolutionNational ConventionMontagnard

Impact: national

1795 AD

Led the Suppression of the Vendémiaire UprisingWar◆ Major

Barras was appointed commander of the Army of the Interior to suppress a royalist uprising in Paris. He delegated tactical command to Napoleon Bonaparte, who used cannon fire to disperse the rebels, marking Napoleon's rise.

French RevolutionVendémiaireNapoleon

Impact: nationaldestructive

Appointed to the DirectoryPolitical Action◆ Major

Barras was elected as one of the five Directors of the French Republic. He became the most influential member of the Directory, known for his corruption and political maneuvering.

French RevolutionDirectoryGovernment

Impact: national

1799 AD

Helped Napoleon Bonaparte Seize Power in the Coup of 18 BrumairePolitical Action◆ Major

Barras conspired with Napoleon and Siey

French RevolutionCoupNapoleon

Impact: national