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Louis XVI Takes Power
A young, unprepared Louis XVI is crowned king after his grandfather, Louis XV passes. He is not confident in his abilities to rule. -
Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence is the American's call for equality. This document and it's ideas inspired The Declaration of the Rights of Man, later written by the French. http://www.latinorebels.com/2012/07/04/the-declaration-of-independence-the-full-text-in-english-and-spanish/ -
French Enters War
The French begin to aid the American revolutionaries in the war against Britian. An enormous amount of money is lent, hurting France's economy. -
War in America Ends
The Revolutionary war comes to a close as the Treaty of Paris is signed. -
Economic Turmoil
Around this time was the height of the economic crisis in France. Bread prices were extremely high. Bread was a critcial item for 97% of the population and the intense rise in prices made life increasingly harder for French citizens. Agricultural success was also at an all time low. -
Bastille Stormed
The Bastille in Paris is raided by revolutionaries. Many guards are murdered and paraded around. Gunpowder is stolen from the bastille and added to the amount of weaponry and ammunition the revolutionaries possess. -
Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen
The National Assembly creates and passes the Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen. This document was inspired by and includes many Enlightment ideals. -
Women Protest at Versailles
Many women, filled with anger regarding the rising prices of bread and other goods, march at Versailles to protest the Royal family. Many of these women also hate Marie Antoinette because of her extreme selfishness and self indulgence. These women run through the home of the king and queen, stabbing and destroying their property while searching for the queen, -
Declaration of the Rights of Woman
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This document seeks to give women of the time more rights than they were granted. It was written by Olympe de Gouge in the year 1791. -
Royal Family Try to Escape
Louis and Marie attempt to flee to Austria, but are caught at the border by guards and led back to Paris. -
Louis Executed
Louis XVI is sent to gullotine after being found guilty at his trial. -
Robespierre Executed
Robespierre the uncorruptable is beheaded after becoming corrupt. People were ready to end the Reign of Terror. -
Napoleon Seizes Power
Napoleon Bonaparte overthrowsthe revolutionaries in control at the time. His self coronation is soon to happen. -
Battle of Trafalgar
Napoleon battles in Spain. -
Napoleon in Russia
Through the winter of 1812, Napoleon leads his troops through Russia. Because Russian Troops use scorched earth policy, Napoleon's army suffers without resources. The amount of men with Napoleon dramatically decreases. Source: Napoleon in Russia photos from previous homework assignment. -
Napoleon's Reign Ends
Napoleon is defeated at the Battle of Waterloo, ending his reign. Source: http://www.history.com/topics/british-history/battle-of-waterloo -
Factory Act
During the year 1833, the Factory Act was created and passed. This included rules like children under the age of 9 could not be employed, and that inspectors must be present in factories.
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Mines Act
The Mines Act in Britain stops women and children working underground in hazardous conditions. This is one of many laws passed to stop the abuse of workers. Source:
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More Justice in the Workplace
In 1847,the workday for women and children was limited to 10 hours in Britain. -
Communist Manifesto
The book, The Communist Manifesto is written and published by Karl Marx. This book represents his socialist opinions, which were becoming popular with many people of the time. -
Emancipation Proclamation
Abraham Lincoln ordered that slaves be freed in all of the rebel states.