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National constituent Assembly
The National Constitutive Assembly was established in 1789-1791 during the French Revolution. It was a legislative body made up of representatives from the Fourth State and a few members of the clergy and the nobility. Their main goal was to draft a constitution that would establish a limited government and guarantee the people's rights. Important reforms were enacted by the Assembly, including the abolition of feudal privileges and the Declaration of Human and Citizen Rights. -
Formal opening of the Estates general
The estates of the kingdom were represented in the general assembly that King Louis XVI called.Clergy, nobility, and peasants.In this assembly, it was discussed whether to vote by estate or by head in regards to France's financial situation.
The assembly was transformed to one that represented all the people since the estates were unable to come to an agreement, and this new assembly came to be known as the tennis court oath.In this place, a parliamentary monarchy replaced the absolute monarchy. -
Storming of the Bastille
The storming of the Bastille was a symbol of the french revolution,it represented the destruction of the absolute monarchy of france.
the bastille was used as estate prision by the kings,time later it was taken by the french republican movement and later on it was demolished and replaced with a place called the place of the bastilla. -
Tennis court Oath
The estates did not reach an agreement at the ceremonial opening of the estates general; instead, they canceled it and established a new one in the tennis court.They vowed to stay until they resolved France's constitutional issues here.
Then they decided on a monarchy with a parliament. The tennis court oath was a pledge not to depart until they had resolved the French constitution. -
The August Decrees
During the French Revolution, the National Constituent Assembly established a series of 19 articles that put an end to feudalism in France and the privileges of the higher classes regarding tax exemption. The adoption of the decrees was a key success of the French Revolution, while having several shortcomings. -
The declaration of the rights of man and citizen
The estates general requested additional rights for men and citizens in 1789, and King Louis XVI suggested a charter of rights to them. The declaration of the rights of man and citizen was approved by the national parliament. -
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Legislative Assembly
The Assembly Legislative, which succeeded the Asamblea National Constituyente, was established in 1791 during the French Revolution. It was France's first parliamentary election conducted by popular vote. Thee Assembly was split into political factions, with girondinos and jacobinos serving as the main Corrientes. However, the Asamblea faced economic difficulties and Social Tensions, which resulted in its dissolution in 1792 and the emergence of the National Convention. -
The flight to Varennes
In 1791, the exodus to Varennes was a crucial moment in the French Revolution. King Louis XVI and his family made an effort to flee Paris but were caught at Varennes. This tragedy damaged public faith in the monarchy, strengthened revolutionary sentiment, and finally brought about the monarchy's demise. -
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1st French Republic
The proclamation of the First Republic of France in 1792 signaled the end of the Monarchy and the beginning of a republican government in France. Large-scale political, social, and economic reforms were carried out during this time, and King Louis XVI was executed. But the Republic also faced internal and external challenges, like as disputes with foreign powers and internal divisions among political factions. The First Republic laid the groundwork for future political developments in France. -
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National convention
Convención Nacional was established in 1792 during the French Revolution. It was a legislative body that declared the end of the monarchy and established the First Republic. The Convention faced both internal and external challenges throughout its tenure, including as the assassination of King Louis XVI, the war against European superpowers, and internal political conflicts. Additionally, he introduced draconian laws and established the so-called Reinado of Terror period. -
Storming of the Tuileries Palace
The Tuileries Palace was stormed in 1792 during the French Revolution. King Louis XVI was imprisoned when irate revolutionaries stormed the palace in Paris and toppled the monarchy. This incident served as a pivotal moment, signifying the republic's ascent and the radicalization of the revolution. -
Execution of Louis XVI
In 1793, during the French Revolution, Louis XVI was executed. King Louis XVI was found guilty of treason and given the guillotine death penalty. This incident rocked France and the whole globe, bringing the monarchy to an unambiguous end and kindling new revolutionary enthusiasm. It established a pattern for future regicide and served as a symbol of the transition from a monarchy to a republic. -
Execution of Robespierre
Robespierre was put to death in 1794 during the French Revolution. An important revolutionary leader named Maximilien Robespierre was detained and guillotined to death. The Reign of Terror, a time of extreme brutality and political persecution, came to an end with his overthrow. The death of Robespierre marked a turn toward more reasonable rule of law and the ultimate stability of the French government. -
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Directory
After the National Convention, France was governed between 1795 and 1799 by the political regime known as the Directorio. It was a time of instability and corruption, punctuated by political and economic struggles. Although some economic stability was achieved and legal reforms were encouraged, the Directorate still had to deal with public unhappiness and internal military conflicts. -
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The Napoleonic era
The Napoleonic period spanned from the end of the 18th century to the beginning of the 19th, during Napoleon Bonaparte's rule in France. It was a time of significant political and military change,during which Napoleon expanded the French Empire,pushed for legal and administrative reforms, and established alliances and confrontations with other European powers.Although his imperial collapsed in 1815 after losing the Battle of Waterloo, his battles and victories had a lasting impression on Europe. -
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The consulate
Napoleon Bonaparte established the consulate political system in France between 1799 and 1804. After the coup d'état that ended the Directory, the Consulate signaled a period of stability and power consolidation for Napoleon. During this time, political, judicial, and economic reforms were carried out, and the Napoleonic Code was revised. -
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The Empire
The Empire was the political system that Napoleon Bonaparte established in France from 1804 to 1814. Following his auto-proclamation as emperor, Napoleon expanded the French Empire via wars and conquests while consolidating his own power. This period saw the implementation of administrative and legislative reforms, as well as the promotion of education and the completion of significant infrastructure projects. -
Battle of Trafalgar
During the Napoleonic Wars in 1805, the Battle of Trafalgar took place. The united fleets of France and Spain engaged the British Royal Navy, under the leadership of Admiral Horatio Nelson. Nelson used creative strategies to win despite having the advantage in numbers. The conflict established British naval dominance and stopped Napoleon's intentions to invade Britain. -
Battle of Austerlitz
During the Napoleonic Wars in 1805, there was the Austerlitz Battle. The Russian and Austrian combined forces and the French army under Napoleon Bonaparte engaged in a pivotal battle. Napoleon employed a brilliant strategy by leading his enemies into an advantageous position then shockingly defeating them. The victory at Austerlitz changed the balance of power on the continent and strengthened Napoleon's position in Europe. -
Battle of Leipzig
During the Napoleonic Wars in 1813, there was the Leipzig Battle. The battle between Napoleon Bonaparte's forces against a coalition made up of Russia, Poland, Austria, and Sweden was vital. After fierce battles, the coalition was able to defeat the French forces with a superior number of troops. The Battle of Leipzig was a turning point in the war, seriously weakening Napoleon's military might and paving the way for his eventual defeat in 1814. -
Battle of Waterloo
The Battle of Waterloo, which took place in 1815 near Waterloo, Belgium, was the pivotal conflict that brought an end to Napoleon Bonaparte's rule. The combined forces of Great Britain and Prusia engaged Napoleon's French army. Despite having certain advantages, the allies' tried-and-true tactics and the timely arrival of Russian defenses were essential. Napoleon lost the battle, resigned, and was exiled to Santa Elena Island.