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The peasants rush into Bastille to steal gunpowder. There is then a standoff that results in the peasants winning.
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Paris peasant women ugh Versailles protesting the food shortage that is occurring across the nation.
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As a result of the storming of Bastille, fear spread throughout the country due to the uncertainty of the monarchy.
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The French government became in control of the Church which angered many Catholics, resulting in the joining the Revolution.
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King Louis XVI tried to flee France and escape to Austria. However, this failed and resulted in his beheading.
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During this period, thousands of people were executed who opposed the Revolution.
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After the overthrow of the government, military general Napolean Bonaparte seizes control over France.