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Montesquieu publishes The Spirit of Laws
is a foundational work in political philosophy and sociology. In this book, Montesquieu analyzes various forms of government and their impacts on society. He argues for the separation of powers, proposing that political authority should be divided among legislative, executive, and judicial branches to prevent tyranny and ensure freedom. -
The French and Indian War starts
It was primarily a conflict between Britain and France in North America, involving their respective colonies and various Native American tribes. The war was part of a larger global conflict known as the Seven Years' War. -
The Declaration of Independence of the U.S. is approved
is a historic document in which the thirteen American colonies declared their independence from British rule. -
The Treaty of Paris ends the American Revolutionary War
The treaty recognized American independence and established borders for the new nation, granting the U.S. territory from the Atlantic coast to the Mississippi River, and from Canada to Florida. -
The deputies of the Third Estate declare themselves the National Assembly of France
The National Assembly aimed to draft a constitution and implement reforms to address the financial crisis and social inequalities in France. -
Storming of the Bastille
was a key event at the start of the French Revolution.was a symbol of royal tyranny, and its fall was seen as a victory for the revolutionaries. -
The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen was approved
This document was one of the fundamental texts of the French Revolution. It articulated the rights of individuals and the principles of equality, liberty, and fraternity, which would later influence the development of modern democratic rights and freedoms. -
The Flight to Varennes
King Louis XVI and his family attempted to flee Paris in a bid to escape revolutionary France and seek refuge in Varennes. However, they were caught and brought back to Paris, which severely damaged their credibility and hastened the collapse of the monarchy. This event deepened the distrust between the king and the revolutionary populace.