48. The Paris Commune: Can The City Of Lights Govern Itself? (Ep 3)

Journey Through Time

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History

4.3 • 595 Ratings

🗓️ 17 November 2025

⏱️ 35 minutes

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How many of the radical reforms that the Paris Commune implemented in their 72 day existence influence French laws to this day? Why did the communards tear down a statue of Napoleon III and outlaw morning croissants? How did an attempt to take the Archbishop of Paris hostage backfire badly on the radicals? Sarah Churchwell and David Olusoga explore what this short-lived radical government of Paris managed to achieve. Social Producer: Emma Jackson, Harry Balden Producer: Alice Horrell Head of History: Dom Johnson Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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