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Tennis Court oath
The Tennis Court Oath of 1789 was when France's Third Estate vowed to create a new constitution, defying the monarchy. -
storming of Bastille
A crowd of Parisians attacked the Bastille, a fortress and prison that symbolized the king's power. They freed prisoners and seized weapons, marking the start of the revolution -
Declaration of the rights of man
In 1789, people in France wrote the Declaration of the Rights of Man. It said everyone should be free, equal, and treated fairly. It’s like a big list of rules to make sure people are happy and safe. -
Louis XVI brought to paris
In October 1789, King Louis XVI was forced to move to Paris by protesters, putting him under closer control during the French Revolution. -
execution of Louis XVI
He was found guilty of treason and sentenced to death by guillotine. This marked the end of the monarchy and was a turning point in French history, symbolizing the rise of the revolutionaries. -
Committee of Public Safety created
It was formed to protect the revolution and address threats, both from within France and from outside enemies. Over time, it became very powerful, leading to strict control and the Reign of Terror. -
Death of Marat
He was stabbed to death in his bathtub by Charlotte Corday, a political opponent who blamed him for the violence of the revolution. This event turned Marat into a revolutionary martyr. -
Reign of Terror Begins
when leaders punished many people harshly to protect their new government. It was very scary, and many lives were lost. -
Execution of Marie Antoinette
She was found guilty of treason and other charges by the Revolutionary Tribunal. Her death marked a significant moment in the Reign of Terror. -
Fall of Girondins
The Girondins were a group during the French Revolution who wanted slower changes.They were accused of being enemies, arrested, and many were executed. This gave more power to their rivals, the Jacobins. -
Execution of Dantonists
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Georges Danton and his friends were leaders during the French Revolution. They were accused of being traitors and sentenced to death. On April 5, 1794, they were executed by guillotine. -
Thermidorian Reaction
Robespierre and his allies were overthrown, leading to more moderate policies in France. -
Robiespierre executed
Maximilien Robespierre was executed by guillotine on July 28, 1794, marking the end of the Reign of Terror. -
Constitution of the Year III
established France's First Republic with a bicameral legislature and a five-member Directory. It lasted until Napoleon's coup in 1799. -
Napoleon saves the Directory
Royalist forces attempted to overthrow the government, but Napoleon, then a young general, used artillery to decisively suppress the rebellion. This event marked his rise to prominence in French politics and military leadership. -
Fall of the Directory
during Napoleon's Coup of 18 Brumaire, ending the French Revolution and establishing the Consulate. -
Napoleon becomes First Consul
Napoleon became First Consul on November 10, 1799, after the Coup of 18 Brumaire, solidifying his leadership in France. -
Napoleonic Code
unified French law, promoting equality, property rights, and secular authority. -
Napoleon crowns himself emperor
Napoleon crowns himself emperor -
Napoleon invades Russia
Napoleon invaded Russia on June 24, 1812, but faced disaster by December 5, 1812, due to harsh winter and resistance. -
Napoleon defeated in Russia
Napoleon's defeat in Russia (1812) saw heavy losses due to winter, supply issues, and resistance, ending in retreated -
Napoleon exiled to Elba
Napoleon was exiled to Elba on April 11, 1814, after his abdication. -
Napoleon escapes Elba
after less than a year in exile. He returned to France, rallying support -
Monarchy Restored
The monarchy in France was restored on July 8, 1815, following Napoleon's defeat at the Battle of Waterloo and his second abdication. King Louis XVIII returned to the throne, marking the beginning of the Bourbon Restoration. This period aimed to stabilize France after the Napoleonic Wars.