COMMUNE OF PARIS

Commune of Paris
Commune of Paris refers to an anti-religious and revolutionary leadership that governed Paris between 18th March and 28th May 1871. During its emergence, two French army generals were killed by the Commune’s soldiers while protesting against the French government authority. However, the commune of Paris lasted for only two months since it was overpowered by the French Army. The following paper outlines the reasons for its emergence, its ideals and failures, and causes of its quick collapse. The paper will also discuss the current ideologies in the commune and its politics, ideology, and in Marxist folklore.
The commune of Paris was established when France was defeated by Prussia during the Franco-Prussian war. The workers and students established this revolutionary government so that they can oppose the conservative leadership. The movement was led by the Blanquists, and it aimed at overturning the Theirs Government, and rule the France nation, but most people were advocating for a solid foundation of legalized authority in Paris (Bax et al., 1886). The movement also introduced socialism in the country during that time. The movement was against the state being combined with church affairs, fight against child labor and night shifts for those working in companies such as bakeries. The revolution was also against the fines that were applied to workers.
The movement idealized the formation of movement by workers where workers could address their issues without fear. Similarly, the revolution marked the onset of socialism worldwide. It was through this movement that many nations learned of challenging the oppressive governments (Bax et al., 1886). Similarly, the revolution marked the dawn of rebellious governments that always stood against unjust and unfair treatment by the government. It was through such a revolution that people learned to stand up for their rights and challenge the totalitarian governance.

There are many failures in the commune of Paris. First, the movement did not consider the existence of a strong military and the presence of advanced technology in the country. Similarly, it failed because it was only based on spreading hatred and destruction to the existing government, rather than working together to advocate for communities’ well-being. Also, the revolution engaged in crimes such as the killing of France Archbishop and destroying records at public works offices, making other citizens hate the movement. Such stupid actions spread hatred among many people who then withdrew their support.
Many reasons caused the collapse of the revolutionary movement. First, it underrated the national military’s power. They lacked strategy in dealing with their issues. Their main aim was only to destruct conquer and rule (Bax et al., 1886). Similarly, since the commune aimed at destroying the middle-class workers, they received opposition since the majority of the population lied in that group. Similarly, since the commune lacked an agenda for its formation, most of its members withdrew and due to frustrations anger, and lack of purpose, the movement was bound to collapse. Also, there was a lack of popular support from the French people.
Similarly, the revolution lacked government support. They made a stupid move by destroying the government, which was the center and controller of improved military equipment. The group also caused destruction by separating the church and the state and converting religious places of worship to public possessions (Bax et al., 1886). By doing so, they created enmity amongst many people who were Catholics at that time. Abolishing religious education in schools also contributed to their failure.
Divisions in the group also caused their failure. They lacked a strong governance system, where the subjects could answer to one system, thus it was easy for misunderstandings to emerge. Similarly, the movement lacked special military tactics. They believed in numbers and were convinced by their actions that they will win. The lack of military skills and preparedness also contributed to their failure. For instance, they were not armed with foodstuffs and medical care in cases of emergency. This created a loophole for them to be defeated by their opponents. Additionally, their greed for power resulted to their failure. Immediately after taking over, they organized for elections where most of its members sought to acquire a leadership position. They failed as a result of the misappropriation of funds too.
Evolutionary communism during the commune of Paris marked the onset of evolution from people being centrally governed to having opinions concerning the production and well-being of the France nation. Similarly, it marked the onset of anarchism where most rebels rose to oppose the ruling parties. It is through such movement that low-level workers got chances to address matters affecting them. Such movement has left a legacy in politics in that presently, people are able to stand against oppressive governments and challenge it whenever there is a need.
Revolutionary socialism thus followed where different groups were formed to challenge the government. While others such as the commune of Paris successfully conquered the government, there are some which were formed before that failed and it led to the death of many people. For instance, in 1870, Mikhail attempted to lead a group to overthrow the government but failed. This move marked a political legacy since it indicated heroic sacrifices that those in the commune group showed. It marked the end of distinction by classes as stated by Marx.
Communism in Paris was first founded by Karl Marx in the 19th century. Communism prevailed during the commune of Paris since it was started by workers who were protesting against the government. The commune consisted of representatives from different wards in Paris. The movement left a legacy in politics since it was the first one witnessed in history that caused havoc in the whole nation (Kropotkin, 1895). Similarly, it is politically historic since it existed for a short period of time, only two months. Marx noted that the struggle by the oppressed will never end however much they are suppressed until they are liberated from their struggles.
Anarchism prevailed during that time since most of the pioneers were preached against the French government. Among the participants was Louse Michael, a lady who worked as an ambulance driver during the Paris Commune. She was advocating for resistance to the Prussians during the France Prussian war, but she joined the National Guard group when it was formed (Kropotkin, 1895). She was so determined in destroying Paris and with her group; they managed in ruling Paris, even though for two months only. Even when she was arrested and arraigned in court, she failed to plead guilty and continued to preach against the government. Marxism knowledge addresses this as the struggle for the oppressed to win back their freedom.
In conclusion, the Commune of Paris served as an eye-opener to the oppressed community in the nation. Since then, they believed that they possessed the power to challenge the totalitarian government. Similarly, the commune proved that there is power in unity. Thus, it marked the beginning of very many battles that are witnessed in today’s nations where oppressed citizens courageously stand to demand their rights. It evidenced Marxist folklore of people living a social life and prevalence of equality among them.

References
Bax, E. B., Dave, V., & Morris, W. (1886). A Short Account of the Commune of Paris (No. 4). London: Socialist League Office.
Kropotkin, P. A. (1895). The Commune of Paris (No. 2). J. Turner.