The French Revolution 🇫🇷

The French Revolution, a period of radical social and political change, profoundly influenced the course of modern history. Beginning in 1789 and lasting until 1799, it saw the downfall of monarchies, the rise of democracies, and significant reforms that changed the socio-political landscape of France and much of Europe. Key events of the revolution include the storming of the Bastille, the Reign of Terror, and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte.

Key figures like King Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette, Maximilien Robespierre, and Napoleon played crucial roles in the unfolding drama of the revolution that continues to be a source of inspiration and study.

Visit The Enlightenment to understand the philosophical roots that spurred such sweeping changes.