French Revolution Timeline

  • King louis XVIII begins his regin

    King louis XVIII begins his regin
    Louis XVIII took the french throne in 1814 restoring the bourbon monarchy after the upheaval of the Napoleonic wars. his reign marked the beginning of the french restoration period aiming to stabilize the country. signaling the bourbon restoration after napoleons defeat. his regin was a time of attempting to restore stability and royal authority in france post revolution.
  • Louis XVI calls the Estates General

    Louis XVI calls the Estates General
    Louis XVI convened the Estates-General in 1788, setting the date of its opening for May 1, 1789. It had been a long time since they had been together. When they were brought together their was a debate. This meeting being called is what marked the start of the french revolution.
  • Tennis court Oath

    Tennis court Oath
    Finding themselves locked out of their usual meeting hall at Versailles and thinking that the king was forcing them to disband, they moved to a nearby indoor tennis court.There they took an oath never to separate until a written constitution had been established for France.The Tennis Court Oath was a key moment that set off the French Revolution. the Tennis Court Oath was taken. There, the men of the National Assembly swore an oath never to stop meeting until a constitution had been established.
  • writing of the declaration of the rights of man

    writing of the declaration of the rights of man
    it was an fundamental document that proclaimed the rights and freedoms of all french citizens. the declaration was heavily influenced by the ideas of the enlightenment. the importance of the declaration of the rights to man for the revolution cannot be overstated.it laid the foundation for the revolutionary ideals of liberty equality and fraternity.
  • Parisians storming the Bastille

    Parisians storming the Bastille
    a mob of angry french and soldiers attacked the Bastille. the attackers stormed the prison and released the seven prisoners held there.he event quickly became a symbol of revolutionary struggle. It was an capture of the bastille symbolized the end of the ancien regime and provided the French revolutionary cause with an irresistible momentum.
  • March of Versailles

    March of Versailles
    Crowds of Parisian market women marched on Versailles demanding reforms. They besieged the palace and forced the king Louis XVl of France. The event was significant for delivering the killing blow to Frances system of absolute monarchy. The march began in the marketplaces of Pairs
  • Establishment of the New French Constitution

    Establishment of the New French Constitution
    It was an key to outcome the french revolution, marking the transition from absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy.it was framed by the constituent assembly set out the principles of national sovereignty.the constitution was crucial as it officially limited the power for the king.it was also a significant step towards democracy.
  • Execution of the king and queen

    Execution of the king and queen
    the execution of king louis XVI an d queen marie was an a pivotal moment during the french revolution. louis XVI was executed by guillotine in 1793 followed by marie antoinette. as they were both killed by the same person making it an turning point.
  • Reign of Terror

    Reign of Terror
    The Reign of Terror was a period of extreme violence and political purges during the French Revolution. From 1793 to 1794, thousands were executed, including many perceived enemies of the revolution. During the French Revolution, the Reign of Terror was a significant and turbulent event. It involved a violent political repression, leading to the execution of thousands of people in the name of the revolution.
  • Napoleon Overthrows the Directory

    Napoleon Overthrows the Directory
    When Napoleon Bonaparte overthrew the Directory in 1799, he established a new government known as the Consulate. This marked the end of the French Revolution and the beginning of Napoleon's rise to power as Emperor of France. Sure! When Napoleon Bonaparte overthrew the Directory in 1799, it was a significant event for the French Revolution. His rise to power brought about a new regime and laid the foundation for the establishment of the Napoleonic Empire.
  • Napoleon Builds an empire

    Napoleon Builds an empire
    Napoleon Bonaparte expanded French territories by conquering much of Europe, building a vast empire that dominated the continent. He reformed societies under his control, introducing legal codes and administrative changes that had lasting impacts. When Napoleon built his empire, it brought stability and centralized power to France. His reforms improved the lives of the French people and spread the principles of the French Revolution throughout Europe.
  • napoleon invades russia

    napoleon invades russia
    When Napoleon invaded Russia in 1812, it was a significant event. Despite initial success, the campaign ended in disaster for the French forces and marked the beginning of Napoleon's downfall. When Napoleon invaded Russia, it had significant implications for the French Revolution. The failed campaign weakened Napoleon's grip on power and ultimately led to his downfall, contributing to the end of the French Revolution era.
  • The congress of vienna meets

    The congress of vienna meets
    The Congress of Vienna, which met in 1814, was crucial in reshaping Europe after Napoleon's defeat. It aimed to restore balance of power and establish a framework for European stability and peace. The Congress of Vienna, was significant for the French Revolution. It aimed to restore stability and establish a new balance of power in Europe after the upheaval caused by the revolution and Napoleon's reign.
  • 6th Coalition Occupies Paris

    6th Coalition Occupies Paris
    The Sixth Coalition's occupation of Paris in 1814 was a key turning point, signaling the end of Napoleon's rule and the French Revolution's final phase, leading to the restoration of the Bourbon monarchy. The Sixth Coalition's occupation of Paris in 1814 was a decisive moment that effectively ended the French Revolutionary Wars. It symbolized the collapse of the French power established during the Revolution and set the stage for the restoration of the Bourbon monarchy.
  • napoleon defeated at waterloo

    napoleon defeated at waterloo
    The defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo in 1815 was a monumental event that effectively ended the Napoleonic Wars and signaled the conclusion of the French Revolution era. It led to the restoration of the French monarchy and the redrawing of the European political map at the Congress of Vienna. Napoleon's defeat was a significant event, marking the end of the Napoleonic Wars and sealing the fate of the French Revolution. This loss led to his final exile and the restoration of the French monarchy.