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Hobbes writes Leviathan
Concerns the structure of society and legitimate government. -
Locke writes The Treatieses of Government
Expresses his ideas for more civilized society based on natural rights and contract theory. -
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French and Indian War
British American and New France colonies fought each other and were supported by their home countries. -
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Reign of Louis XVI
Ruler of France, but his mistakes against the 3rd Estate led to his exicution. -
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Robespierre Comes to Power
He advocated against death penalty, and for abolition of Slavery. -
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American Revolution
American colonies fought the British for independence. -
The Declaration of the Rights of Man
A document defending human rights. The French version of the American Constitution. -
Louis XVI Tries to Escape
Louis XVI tried to escape from Paris. He was caught in Varennes. -
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Legislative Assembly
The focus on political debate, and revolutionarly law making. -
Tennis Court Oath
A pledge signed during the first few days of the French Revolution to make a new constitution. -
War with Austria
The French attacked Austria in hopes of preventing them from helping the French royal family. They failed and Austria threatened to attack France. -
Execution of Louis XVI
He was found guilty and sentenced to death by guillotine. -
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Reign of Terror
A period of violence that ended with thousands of deaths via guillotine. -
Napoleon came to Power
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Napoleon Invade Russia
Attempted to attack Russia, but the Russians evacuated the city. During the march back to France, most of his men died. -
Napoleon Exiled to Elba
He was banished to the Mediterranian Island of Elba, because of his loss at Waterloo. -
Battle of Waterloo
Napoleon was Defeated at Waterloo,
