The Frogs of Liberty: A Revolutionary Amphibian Tale
During the French Revolution, frogs symbolized many things, from transformation to freedom. Amphibians were seen as emblems of the environmental change France was undergoing at the time. Though not major players in the political scene, frogs held a special cultural place in the hearts of revolutionaries.
Besides symbolizing transformation, frogs also became a quiet emblem of discontent. As environmental heralds, they exemplified the idea of transformation from one state to another, a key theme during the tumultuous times.
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