Was the French Revolution worth the cost in human lives?

Prompts:

Point 1: Was the French Revolution worth the cost in human lives?

Point 2: Did Napoleon Bonaparte Betray the Revolution? Historians who take the yes side of this issue hold that the spread of democracy to other parts of Europe put an end to feudalism and paved the way for the modern world. Some point to the beheading of Charles I in England and the success of the American Revolution in founding a firm constitutional government. Those who disagree argue that the Terror was excessive and largely unnecessary because France’s army was already victorious, having defeated enemies in neighboring states, and could have found a more peaceable means of spreading democratic ideals. These people point to the Glorious Revolution of 1688 in England, a revolution that saw no blood shed and which ended absolute rule in England. Napoleon came to power during and because of the French Revolution. Did he betray the revolution by assuming the title of Emperor? In your opinion does he deserve the status of “hero” that is often bestowed upon him? Why or why not?

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