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The King is forced to call of the estates general French parliment and vote who would pay taxes.
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"National Assembly" is formed and swears to be for the people. The next day they are locked out and forn the "Tennis Court Oath."
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Armed citizens attack and capture the Bastille.
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National Assembly decress Declaration of the Rights of Man and citizens.
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Women lead a march to the King in Versaille demanding bread.They capture the King and Queen and take them to Paris.
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Royal family attempts to escape but are recognised and taken back to Paris again.
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The Kings trial begins.
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King Louis 16th is executed.
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Marat "the people's friend," is murdered by Charlotte Corday.
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Corday is executed.
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Robsspiere starts the Reign of Terror with the "Law of Suspects."
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Marie-Antoinette tried and executed.
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Victims start being killed 50 to 60 at a time by the guillotine. About 2,750 people are killed. Mostly poor people.
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Along with the Reign of Terror Robsspiere dies along with 150 followers.
