Maximilien Robespierre (French America)

Maximilien François Marie Isidore de Robespierre was an influential French politician during the revolution. He served as President of France for six years until his death. Before that, he had been a delegate to the Estates-General and President of the National Assembly.

President of the National Assembly
Robespierre was elected President of the National Assembly upon the removal of the Abbe Sieyes, who was less than certain that he favored the abolition of the monarchy. The obvious choice for his replacement was the charismatic leader of the Jacobin party. Upon his election, he urged the passage of the 1st amendment and the execution of the King of France. His election as president of the Republic soon followed.

President of the Republic
Robespierre won the election of 1792 with 327 of 610 total votes.