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what was the convention? Describe be it's role in France.

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Answered by england
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On 10th August 1792, the Jacobin's stormed the palace of Tuilerires, killed the kings guards and held the king himself as hostage for several hours. later the assembly voted to imprison the royal Bourbon family. elections were held and all above 21 years of age were allowed to vote. the newly elected assembly, was called the convention.
Its main role was it abolished monarchy on 21st September 1792 and France was declared a 'republic'.
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