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Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte's 1851 Coup d'État

Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte stages a coup d'état, with troops occupying the National Assembly and forcibly dissolving the French Second Republic. Deputies, including Victor Hugo, are confronted by armed

Setting

Palais Bourbon, the seat of the National Assembly in Paris, France. The grand chamber where deputies convene is now occupied by troops. The ornate halls and corridors are filled with soldiers, their boots echoing on the marble floors.

Characters

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Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte
primary
A man in his early 40s, with a commanding presence, medium height, and a well-groomed mustache. His piercing eyes exude confidence and determination, while his slightly receding hairline adds to his distinguished appearance.
General Saint-Arnaud
secondary
A middle-aged man of imposing stature with a stern, weathered face, sharp military bearing, and a neatly trimmed mustache. His piercing eyes reflect both authority and the weariness of command.
Deputy Victor Hugo
secondary
A middle-aged man of average height with a robust build, his dark hair streaked with gray and a full beard framing his intense, expressive face. His deep-set eyes burn with indignation, and his prominent brow furrows with determination.
Sergeant
background
A sturdy, middle-aged soldier with a weathered face, short-cropped dark hair, and a thick mustache. His build is muscular, typical of a career military man, with broad shoulders and calloused hands from years of handling weapons.
Deputy
background
A middle-aged man of slight build, with thinning gray hair and a pale complexion. His face is lined with worry, and his hands tremble slightly as he is forcibly removed from the chamber.

Dialog

Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte The Republic has failed to govern itself. I act not for ambition, but for France's salvation.
Deputy Victor Hugo Salvation? You cloak your tyranny in the mantle of necessity! The people will remember this betrayal.
General Saint-Arnaud Remove that man. The Assembly is dissolved by order of the President.
Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte Let history judge us, Monsieur Hugo. But today, order must prevail.
Deputy Victor Hugo Order? You bring only the silence of the grave to the voice of the people!
General Saint-Arnaud Enough! Escort him out—forcefully, if necessary.
Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte France will thank us in time, General. The Republic was but a prelude to her true destiny.

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