French Revolution By ayu1 Jul 14, 1789 The Bastille was stormed. The poor stormed the Bastille because that was where the king kept all his weapons. Oct 24, 1789 The King of France was absolute. The King of France was only taxing the poor. Oct 24, 1789 The Rights of Man were written. Oct 24, 1791 The Royal Family tried to flee Jan 21, 1793 King Louis the 16th was executed. Oct 24, 1794 Robespierre was executed.