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Created by the National Convention and restructured in July. This was in order to defend against an incident in the future.
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The Estates General meeting was an assembly of representatives from all three estates to get approval for the tax reform at Versailles. This was the start of fight towards the king.
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An assembly of the third estate to vote on Seiyes's idea of establishing the National assembly. This was the point when the third estate decided to take the initiative for themselves.
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In response to the Tennis Court Oath, king Louis tried to make peace with the third estate. The citizens heard that the king called in his army of Swiss soldiers which causes the citizens to gather weapons. This showed the King was fearful
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The document reflecting enlightenment ideas and the Declaration of Independence. This gave men the equal rights that the country needed.
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A period of violence occurred during the French Revolution. This showed how severely poor the citizens were treated.
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Working class women marched the palace at Versailles looking for Marie Antoinette. This provided the women a role in the revolution and showed hatred toward the queen.
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Louis and his family tried to escape, but were recognized in Paris and returned under guard. This showed how many of the citizens hated the king
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Louis executed at Place de la Revolution. This showed the dedication towards the revolution.
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A five member committee which governed France, which was overthrown by Napoleon. This showed how vulnerable France was.