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Second constitution establishes directory government
The directory government in France lasted five years. The directory was a group of five, and it replaced the Committee of public safety. -
Bourbon Monarchy ends
Louis XVI did not deal with problems that needed to be fixed. By the time he wanted to fix the problem, he was out of money. He tried to tax Nobles to fix this issue but then the Second Estate forced him to a meeting. -
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The French Revolution
An uprising against France. This resulted in France becoming a republic.
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National Assembly is in session making 1st constitution
Seiyes suggested that the Third Estate delegates name themselves the National Assembly. They passed laws and reform for French people.
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Storming of the Bastille
Rumors flooded Paris, some suggested that Louis was intent on using the military force to dismiss the National Assembly. People began to gather weapons and on July 14 a mob that was searching for gunpowder and arms overtook Bastille. -
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Duration tenure of National Convention
Created by Napoleon, this system was supposed to make continental Europe more self sufficient. He also intended to use it to destroy Great Britain's commercial and industrial economy.
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Committee of public safety conducts the Reign of Terror.
Robespierre's control of power resulted in what is now known as the Reign of Terror. During this time period, over 30,000 people were killed. Some members of the National Convention turned on Robespierre and demanded his arrest and execution.
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Napoleon conducts coup d'etat against DIrectory government
By 1799 the Directory had lost control of the political situation. Napoleon took early action in November, commanding his troops to surround the national legislature to drive out its members. -
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Team of DIrectory government
A team of 5 men who controlled power. They were overthrown in 1999
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