Why Did the Directory Continue to Support France's Military Expansion

question 77

Multiple Choice

Why did the Directory continue to support France's military expansion?

• A) They feared the army would turn against them if it was recalled.
• B) They hoped to spread republican revolution throughout Europe.
• C) The wars helped to alleviate domestic economic problems, including unemployment.
• D) They feared a coup d'état if they made peace.

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