Drownings at Nantes, Historical site in France
The Drownings at Nantes were a series of mass executions by drowning during the Reign of Terror.
These drownings happened during the French Revolution and were orchestrated by Jean-Baptiste Carrier.
The tragedies are a poignant reminder of the perils of unchecked political power.
Commemorative plaques and memorials can be seen in Nantes, acknowledging this dark period.
Known as 'noyades de Nantes', they are one of the first uses of mass execution by water.
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Part of
Reign of Terror
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47.21806,-1.55278
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August 31, 2026 12:19
