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Storming of the Bastille (July 14, 1789): The attack on the Bastille prison in Paris marked the beginning of the French Revolution and symbolized the overthrow of the monarchy.
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Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen (August 26, 1789): This document proclaimed the fundamental rights of individuals and served as a cornerstone of the revolution, emphasizing liberty, equality, and fraternity.
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Execution of King Louis XVI (January 21, 1793): The execution of the king marked a turning point in the revolution, as it symbolized the end of the monarchy and the rise of the radical phase.
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Reign of Terror (1793-1794): Led by Maximilien Robespierre, the Committee of Public Safety initiated a period of mass executions and repression, targeting perceived enemies of the revolution. It resulted in thousands of deaths and widespread fear.
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Rise of Napoleon Bonaparte (1799): Napoleon’s coup d’état marked the end of the French Revolution and the beginning of a new era. He eventually became Emperor of the French and implemented significant reforms across Europe.
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Napoleonic Wars (1803-1815): These series of conflicts, initiated by Napoleon, reshaped the political landscape of Europe and had a profound impact on the French Revolution’s ideals and legacy.
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Congress of Vienna (1814-1815): After Napoleon’s defeat, European powers gathered to redraw the map of Europe and restore stability. The Congress of Vienna aimed to suppress revolutionary ideas and restore monarchies, effectively ending the revolutionary era.
These events played a crucial role in shaping the French Revolution, its aftermath, and the subsequent political developments in Europe.
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