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The National Assembly
The National assembly was formed after the third estate was continuously taxed by the king. They created their own government and constitution. -
Storming of the Bastille
During the Storming of the Bastille riots occurred and a mob stormed the prison looking for weapons. Shortly after this, Louis XV fired Necker. -
New Constitution
The Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen outlined the basic and inalienable rights every person possesses. It had main enlightenment ideals. After this constitution, a new legislative assembly occurred. -
Legislative Convention
This convention led to the creation of the Legislative Assembly. After this, a constitutional monarchy was created with the king. -
National Convention
The national convention introduced the revolutionary calendar. Also, it abolished the monarchy in France and officially became a republic. -
The Committee of Public Safety
The committee of public safety was created to get rid of internal rebellion. They were given dictatorial power and ruled for nearly a year. -
The Reign of Teror
The Reign of Terror went on for nearly a year. This led to the execution of thousands. It also ended with the death of Robespierre. -
Jacobins Disbanded
The Jacobins were a major contribution of the Reign of Terror. They executed many. After the death of Robespierre, the Jacobins disbanded. -
The Directory
The Directory was formed after the Reign of Terror ended. A new constitution was put in place. The Directory promoted middle class interests and caused financial and food shortages. This also led to the rise of Napoleon. -
Napoleon the Military General
Napoleon as a military general and commander led France to many victories. This caused him to gain fame and power. He was loved by many if not all. -
Napoleon the Emperor
After Napoleon gained much fame and love, he crowned himself the emperor of France. Not much longer, Napoleon would lose many wars and lose power and be exiled multiple times. -
Legacies of the French Revolution
After Napoleon died, France lost power. However, they left behind an enormous legacy. Absolutism ended and peasants were allowed to own land. Also, France lived by enlightenment ideas.
