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Storming of the Bastille
The storming of the Bastille was the start of the French Revolution. It became the symbol of the revolution. -
The Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen
On August 26, 1789 the National Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen. This declaration was inspired by the American Delcaration of Indepedence and Consitution. All men were subject to one law, paying all taxes, and eligible to hold all offices. This also ended all tax exemptions. -
French women march for bread
The women are fed up with the shortage and high price of the bread in France. -
National Convention
On September 21, 1792 the National Convention made their first major move in the revolution. They abolished the Frnech monarchy and created the new French Republic. -
King Louis XVI is executed
King Louis XVI was found guilty of treason, after he and his family were found trying to escape France to go to Austria.
