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Period: to
French Revolution
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National Assembly decrees Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen
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Women lead delegation to King in Versaille demanding bread. After scuffles, they are fobbed off by the King
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Louis XVI executed.
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France declares war on Britain and Holland.
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Food riots in Paris
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Marie-Antoinette tried and executed.
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Constitution of Year III approved, establishing Directory
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Napoleon assumes command of French army in Italy
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Elections produce a Royalist majority. Elections in 1798 and 1799 produce a more radical result and are annulled by the Directorate.
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Napoleon consecrated as Emperor.