Louis Ange Pitou

French journalist and counter-revolutionary: Louis Ange Pitou was a French author who actively opposed the French Revolution [Wikipedia].Lived during the French Revolution: Born in 1767, he was a contemporary of the French Revolution (1789-1799) [Wikipedia].Switched paths after the Revolution: He initially intended to be a priest but changed course after the revolution began [Wikipedia].Vocal critic: Pitou became a journalist and used his platform to criticize the revolution [Wikipedia]. He also wrote songs expressing his disapproval [fr.wikipedia.org].Royalist ties: A strong supporter of the French monarchy, he maintained communication with royalist groups [fr.wikipedia.org].Multiple arrests: Due to his activities, Pitou was arrested on multiple occasions, facing prosecution by the revolutionary government [Wikipedia].Inspiration for a fictional character: Interestingly, Alexandre Dumas, the famous author, used Pitou's name for the main character in his 1850 novel Ange Pitou, though the character was entirely fictional [fr.wikipedia.org].