Elisa's French Revolution Timeline By E_Hall Jan 1, 1763 Years France aids Americans in the American Revolution Period: Jan 1, 1763 to Jan 21, 1793 Ten parts of the French Revolution Jan 1, 1789 The year the revolution Began France was 'poor' and the common people were starving. May 5, 1789 Estates-General called for the first time in 175 years. Jun 17, 1789 Third Estate establish the National Assembly Jul 14, 1789 French citizens attack Bastille to gain gunpowder. Oct 1, 1789 Women of Paris roit for bread; convince Louis XVI to go bac to Paris. (Month) Sep 1, 1791 National Assembly complete constitution and have Louis XVI sign it. (Several days) Sep 1, 1792 [September Massacres] French citizens kill 1,000 prisoners and nobles. Sep 21, 1792 Newly elected governing body, National Convention, come into office. Jan 21, 1793 Former king Louis XVI and his family are beheaded.