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absolute monarchy came to france in the 16th century and was firmly established in the 17th century.
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Jan,1 1600-1800
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The first Enlightenment figure in England was Thomas Hobbes, who caused great controversy with the release of his provocative treatise Leviathan. Taking a sociological perspective.
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A half a century later, John Locke came into the picture and presented a new type of government. (representative government)
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Was born on August 15,1769
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Stated that men were above women
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This gave the people a sense of freedom
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angry mob of nearly 7000 working women marching from paris to versailles
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Gave the people the confidence in people power over the king
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peasants stormed to Bastile prison in search of weapons.
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The reign of terror began in September with a declaration by robespierre that the terror would be the "order of the day."
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The purpose of the reign of terror was to purge france of all enemies and to protect them from invaders.
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Was Emporer of france
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He dominated Europen and global affairs for more than a decade.
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He womn most of the wars and a majority of his battles
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dec, 2 1804- 1814
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He died most likely of stomach cancer
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his body was found years later and sent off to paris.