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America declared themselves their own country, separating from Great Britain. Important since it declared the ideals and goals for the new nation. -
Called the Estates General so that the three estates could talk about a new taxation law. Important because this was what sparked frustration, which eventually led to the French Revolution. -
Met to create a new government, since they were kicked out of Estates General. Important since this showed the increasing unrest of frustration against King Louis XVI and the other Estates. -
People who opposed the King stormed the Bastille, killed all the guards there and burnt the place down. Important since this was the first event that started the French Revolution. -
France abolished monarchy and put in the new form of government, a republic. Important because it set boundaries for different branches of government and stripped the King’s political powers. -
Louis XVI is executed for treason, he had failed to find solutions for the financial problems in France. Important because this officially ended the long age of absolute monarchies in France. -
Demonstrated the harsh punishments for counter revolutionaries and foreign enemies. Important since it showed effectiveness against those who opposed. -
Robespierre, the leader of the Reign of Terror, was killed which officially ended the reign of terror. Important since it stopped the killing of over 17k. -
Made himself Emperor by abolishing the Consulate. Important because it started his conquest to dominate and control most of Europe -
Code abolished the feudal system and freed peasants from serfdom. Important since the code is still used across Europe in many countries. -
Napoleon went in with 600k but only 100k made it out alive. His men had no supplies since Russia burnt their own and kept retreating back. Important since this saved Europe from total control by Napoleon. -
Created a balance of power across Europe for almost a decade. Important because Europe was in such ruins, many countries could not afford to go into war with anybody. -
Brought an end to the Napoleonic Wars, stopping the constant war threats and conquering of Europe. Important since this ended about a 15 year war period of constant attack on European countries from Napoleon. -
Overthrew the directory and substituted the Consulate. Important because this is what really ended the French Revolution.