Because of their inherent dislike for any Monarchy, also because it provided special privileges based on the status of birth. {France provided the American revolution with the Navy, weapons, and supplies they had a special bond with the people of France. Many Americans felt that they owed France and immediate and meaningful offer of assistance. Americans were excited when they first learned of the French revolution because they felt it would increase trade with France.}
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Personally, i don't think he is.
John Brown Believed that the only way to overthrow the institution of slavery is by doing an armed revolt. We have to aware that in his Era, slavery is very common. Is like owning a dog in this era. He probably tried to convince the slave owners to realize the value of human's dignity no matter what the race is but nobody agrees with his point of view.