Historical Figures

Cathelineau Jacques(1759 - 1793)

Carrier and merchant, Cathelineau is a pious commoner. From March 1793, he launched into the Vendée revolt. His influence spreads and his group manages to overthrow Cholet, Thouars and Saumur. He was quickly appointed general-in-chief of the Catholic and royal army. "The Saint of Anjou" is a real idol, he manages to raise the peasants of the Vendée. Desiring to occupy a large port, he attempted the assault on Nantes, during which he was mortally wounded. D'Elbée will replace him at the head of the army.