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Montesquieu Publishes The Spirit of Laws
Montesquieu published The Spirit of Laws, where he argued for the separation of powers within government. His ideas influenced political thought and the development of modern democraci like the U.S. Constitution. -
The French and Indian War Starts
The French and Indian War was a conflict between Britain and France in North America, with both sides supported by various Native American tribes. The war was part of the global Seven Years' War, which had significant implications for both European and colonial politics. -
he Declaration of Independence of the U.S. is Approved
The Continental Congress officially adopted the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming the American colonies' separation from Britain. This event marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War and the birth of the United States of America. -
The Treaty of Paris Ends the American Revolutionary War
The Treaty of Paris officially ended the American Revolutionary War. It recognized the sovereignty of the United States, established new boundaries, and secured American independence from Great Britain -
Storming of the Bastille
The Storming of the Bastille was a pivotal event in the French Revolution. A mob stormed the Bastille prison in Paris, symbolizing the fall of royal authority. This act ignited widespread revolutionary ideas throughout France. -
The Deputies of the Third Estate Declare Themselves the National Assembly of France
In response to being excluded from the Estates-General, the Third Estate (comuners) declared itself the National Assembly. This move challenged the absolute power of the monarchy and beginning a democratic French Revolution. -
The Flight to Varennes
The Flight to Varennes was an attempt by King Louis XVI and his family to escape Paris and seek foreign support to restore his absolute power. The escape failed, and the royal family's capture undermined their authority, accelerating revolutionary tensions in France. -
The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen was Approved
The National Assembly approved the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen, a foundational document of the French Revolution. It proclaimed the equality of all men and outlined fundamental rights, serving as the base for French democracy.