French Revolution Timeline Project - 2nd Period - Tyler Griffith

  • The Palace of Versailles is built

    The Palace of Versailles is built

    King Louis XVI's new home is contructed outside of Paris. Angering those who actually want him in the capital.
  • King Louis moves the capital of France from Paris to Versailles

    King Louis moves the capital of France from Paris to Versailles

    After the construction of the Palace Of Versailles is finished, King Louis moves the capital to his new home.
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    The Story of Napoleon

    Napoleon's rule, battles, and history.
  • King Louis marries Marie Antoinette

    King Louis marries Marie Antoinette

    The rivalry between France and Austria is undone when King Louis marries Marie Antoinette. Although the people of France do not like this decision.
  • Tennis Court Oath

    Tennis Court Oath

    A group of men met in a tennis court to establish a new consitution for France. Inspired by America.
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    The French Revolution

    The French Revolution starts due to the unfair treatment of The Third Estate, taxes and prices for basic resources soar. Those in the higher social classes have it easy with little to no taxes or problems.
  • Bastille is Stormed

    Bastille is Stormed

    The large prison, gome of many criminals and weaponry, is stormed. Reason?, to gain resources for the revolution
  • "Declaration of The Rights of Man and of The Citizen" is written

    "Declaration of The Rights of Man and of The Citizen" is written

    A declaration that was written to establish the rights of the people and men who lived in France. Was established the same day.
  • Women's March on Versailles

    Women's March on Versailles

    The women of France had marched and stormed the Palace. They demanded lower prices on bread and other resources.
  • The Reign of Terror

    The Reign of Terror

    A violent period of time where many public executions happen, and general unrest and chaos. Was used to remove those who were seen as problematic.
  • King Louis XVI's execution

    King Louis XVI's execution

    When he was executed, the monarchy fell. He was executed via the guillotine.
  • Napoleon's Coup d'Etat

    Napoleon's Coup d'Etat

    Napoleon launches his overthrow of the government. Prepares to become Emperor.
  • Napoleon crowns himself Emperor

    Napoleon crowns himself Emperor

    After his successful coup, Napoleon takes his place as the Emperor of France. Without input from anyone else.
  • Creation of The Napoleonic Code

    Creation of The Napoleonic Code

    Napoleon's way to establish law. Made men more powerful.
  • Napoleon invades Russia

    Napoleon invades Russia

    This invasion stopped Napoleon's march into other Europeon territories. This resulted in his first exile to Elba.
  • Battle Of Waterloo

    Battle Of Waterloo

    Napoleon's last defeat, as he was defeated here. He lost due to a his ineffective tactics and poor leadership.
  • Napoleon's 2nd Exile & Death

    Napoleon's 2nd Exile & Death

    After his defeat in Waterloo, he is exiled to St. Helena. He dies here of stomach cancer.