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Date of Birth
Marie Antoinette was born on November 2, 1755. Her mother gave birth to her at Hofburg Palace in Vienna, Austria. Her father was the Holy Roman Emperor Francis l and her mother was the Habsburg Empress Maria Theresa. This was significant because she would go on to become Queen of France and the wife of King Louis XVI. (https://www.history.com) -
First U.S black college graduate publisher
On April 7th, 1758, Francis Williams becomes the first U.S. black college graduate to publish poems. This encouraged the black community to get an education or do great things in life because they saw, such as Francis Williams, that it is possible. It also showed how black people have the opportunity to graduate from college and achieve the same things as a white person can in life.( https:www.the bookseller.com -
Bible Translation
On February 28th, 1759, Pope Clement XIII allowed the bible to be translated into different languages. This is significant because the Bible spread Christianity around the world because now larger amounts of people were able to read it in their language. The Bible has now been translated into close to 700 languages. (historyworld.net) -
First U.S medical college
On March 3rd, 1765, the first medical school in the united states opened at the College of Philadelphia. Founded by John Morgan, the college has turned into the University of Pennsylvania's perelman School of Medicine. This event is significant because more people went into the medical field because their were jobs for them. Also, people didn't have to travel out of the country when applying for medical school. (https:www.thelancet.com) -
Palace of Versailles
Other than being the wife of king Louis XVI of France, Marie Antoinette spent most of her time socializing with others and attending public events. A small chateau built on the grounds of the versailles that became the place where Marie and her family lived. It was originally for the Louis XV mistress, Madame de Pompadour. This event was significant because it showed one of the many luxurys Marie Antoinette had while being Queen of France.(The French Revolution) -
Marie Antoinette married King Louis XVI
When Marie Antoinette was 15, she married King Louis XVI when he was 16. The wedding ceremony was in a royal chapel at Versailles in Vienna. Her mom promised her this marriage when she was eleven. This event is significant because the marriage sealed the alliance between France and Austria during the 7 years war.(https://www.history.com) -
Rumors by the Public
Marie Antoinette became queen of France and soon after, rumors about her started to begin. She was disliked by the people of france, they viewed her as an enemy. They often blamed her for France's problems. This event is significant because it was the rising action and build up for the French Revolution, when she was despised by everyone and was a key factor in the Revolution. (The French Revolution) -
Watt steam engine Invention
In 1776, James Watt developed a steam engine. James Watt was a Scottish inventor and mechanical engineer who created a steam engine based off of Thomas Newcomen's steam engine. This event is significant because without the steam engine, the industrial revolution wouldn't have be possible. (https://www.google.com) -
First British Sunday newspaper
On March 26th, the 1st British Sunday newspaper is released. This was significant to history because it was a faster way to spread information. Before the newspaper, people had to send information to each other through other people which could take days for the message to reach its destination. (https:www.historyhit.com) -
Great Hurricane of 1780
The Great Hurricane of 1780 is the deadliest Atlantic hurricane on record. On October 10th, 1780 the storm hit Barbados first and made it's way through the rest of the Caribbean throughout the week. The Hurricane had a huge affect on many lives, killing more than 20,000 lives. Not only were people affected, the islands themselves were destroyed. The property damage on the islands would take years and years to rebuild. ( https:www.google.com) -
Death of Mother
On November 29th, 1780, Marie's mother, Empress Maria Theresa dies at age 63. The cause of her death was due to dropsy and an unknown respiratory problem. She was married to Francis I and lived a happy life being the mother to Marie Antoinette. This was a significant events because she was significant to Marie's life. She made the decision of her marrying king Louis XVI to seal an alliance.( Queen Of France; A Biography Of Marie Antoinette) -
Imprisoned in the the Tuileries
During this time, the people of France felt that their quality of life was declining. On October 9th, 1789, a group of Parisian women protesting the high cost of bread went to Versailles. When they got there, they forced the royal family back to the city . This event is significant because it caused Marie Antoinette's family to go back to France sense they were imprisoned in the Tuileries.( Queen of France; A biography Of Marie Antoinette) -
An attempt to Escape
On June 6, 1791, Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI fled France and went towards the Austrian border. She was seen as a traitor because she left her own country. The royal family was returned to Paris and Louis XVI became the ruler again. This event is significant because Marie gave up on her country during a time of need, which shows who she is as a person. (the French Revolution) -
France declares war on Austria
On April 4th, 1792, France declared war on Austria. The war did not go well for France and Marie Antoinette was the blame for it. She was seen as an enemy. This event is significant because in August, a different group forced their way into the Tuileries and overthrew the monarchy, while locking the royal family up.(https://www.history.com) -
Convicted of a crime
On October 15,1793, during the reign of terror, Marie Antoinette sat in front of 9 male judges. She was found guilty for treason and theft. This event is significant because the following day, she was sentenced to death by the order of the Revolutionary Tribunal. (go.galegroup.com) -
Date of Death
After Marie Antoinette was found guilty, she was sent to the guillotine the following day. On October 16, 1793, she passed away at the Place de la Revolution. This event is significant because Marie Antoinette's life ends after being the Queen of France and going through the struggles during the French Revolution. (go.galegroup.com)
