World History: Illustrated Timeline

By ClariseSviatko

  • Hobbes publishes "Leviathan"

    The "Leviathan" insists that the establishment of common wealth through social contract best achieves civil peace and social unity. Hobbes wanted to make a reformed philosophy to end divisiveness and would also end the conditions of war. He has had a lasting influence in history of Western philosophy. He is credited with establishing political science. "Leviathan" is still considered one of the greatest works of the history of ideas. It has a major role in the development of the world now.

  • Locke published "Two Treatises on Government"

    The "Two Treatises of Government" was created intending to push the ideas of contract theory and natural rights into the government. Natural rights is the belief in reason and the ability of every man to effectively govern himself. This text helped to create the foundation for modern forms of democracy and help the creation of the Constitution of the United States.

  • Montesquieu published "The Spirit of the Laws"

    Montesquieu believed that the laws should reflect what individuals considered right or wrong. Before, the adjustment of law and power could not be solved, only understood. "The Spirit of the Laws" was created so get the idea of checks and balances within the government were needed. This document was one of the primary sources for the United States Constitution. It was also a major influence on the development of democracy throughout Europe during and after the French Revolution.

  • Rousseau published "The Social Contract"

    "The Social Contract" explains that the view of a persons moral and/or social obligations depend on an agreement to form the society in which they live. Most recently the contract gained momentum because it was revisited and many different perspectives were brought into view.
    (http://www.iep.utm.edu/soc-cont/)

  • Beccaria publshed "On Crimes and Punishments"

    In order to develop his position he appeals to the two theories social contract and unity. Beccaria believes that punishment is justified only to defend the social contract and to make sure that everyone follows it. The theory of association also plays a role in his beliefs. The theory states that if our minds connect two different things together, their association will be strengthened. Beccaria believes that crime and punishment should be linked.

  • Beccaria 2

    Laws against suicide were ineffective, so they were removed, bounty hunting is not permitted, and laws should clearly be defined.

  • Storming the Bastille

    The King was going to send his army to Paris, so the citizen's stormed the bastille to arm themselves. This represented the beginning of the French Revolution. Notes

  • Meeting at the Estates General

    The First and Second Estates voted on increasing taxes on the Third Estate. The Third Estates believed their rights were being violated, so they formed the National Assembly. Notes

  • Declaration of Rights of Man and Citizen

    The rights were written by the National Assembly. The "natural, inalienable, and sacred rights of man." chmm.gmu.edu/revolution/d/295

  • March of Versailles

    Women wanted bread from their families, but there was none for them, so they marched, along with some men, to Versailles where the King lived. They king gave them food, but soon left Versailles and never went back. historywiz.com/womensmarch.htm

  • Free Blacks full French rights in Saint Domingue

    Slavery was the third largest source of income to France. Sonthonax, the ruler, did not intend to free the slaves, but did so to maintain his power.

  • Gens De Colour demand equal rights from France

    The mixed race wanted equality from France.

  • The Colony Saint Domingue is abolished

    A slavery uprising occurred which began the colonies downfall.

  • Beheading ofKing Louis XIV

    He was convicted of treason and killed by guillotine. his death marked the beginning of the Reign of Terror.

  • Reign of Terror

    Maximilien Robespierre executed 40,000 traitors. He was worried that enemies of the revolution would try to overthrow the government. Notes

  • French forces admit defeat

    The French Army was not able to hold off the slaves, so they were defeated.

  • Napoleon is emperor

    Napoleon was dictator, but he held an election where he was elected. He was able to conquer many new lands, but he wanted to conquer North America and Europe which was the cause of his downfall. Notes