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Marking the beginning of a seismic shift in French society, the Estates-General was convened by King Louis XVI in an effort to address the severe financial crisis. This assembly, which represented the three estates of the French realm, would ultimately set the stage for revolutionary change.

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In a bold move, members of the Third Estate, who were locked out of their meeting room, gathered in a nearby tennis court. Here, they vowed not to disband until a new French constitution was established, signifying a united opposition against the monarchy and the unjust socio-political system.

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A defining moment of the Revolution, the storming of the Bastille prison by Parisian revolutionaries symbolized the end of absolute monarchy and the birth of the people's fight for freedom and equality. This event has since been commemorated as Bastille Day, France's national holiday.

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August 26, 1789: Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen

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August 26, 1789: Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen

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This pivotal document, inspired by the Enlightenment ideals, proclaimed the principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity as inherent rights. It served as a foundational text for the new French Republic, establishing the legal framework for a society based on human rights.

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October 5-6, 1789: Women's March on Versailles

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October 5-6, 1789: Women's March on Versailles

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Driven by economic hardship and the high cost of bread, thousands of Parisian women marched to the Palace of Versailles. Their demands for action from King Louis XVI led to the symbolic move of the royal family to Paris, effectively making them prisoners of the Revolution.

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In a failed attempt to escape the revolutionary fervor and potentially gather support, King Louis XVI and his family were arrested in Varennes. This event significantly damaged the monarchy's credibility and accelerated its downfall.

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September 1792: First French Republic Proclaimed

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September 1792: First French Republic Proclaimed

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Following the suspension and later arrest of King Louis XVI, the National Convention declared France a republic, ending centuries of monarchical rule. This period also marked the onset of the radical phase of the Revolution, characterized by profound political and social upheaval.

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January 21, 1793: Execution of King Louis XVI

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January 21, 1793: Execution of King Louis XVI

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King Louis XVI was executed by guillotine in Paris, accused of treason and crimes against the state. His death symbolized the fall of the Ancien Régime and cemented the radical changes brought about by the Revolution.

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September 1793 - July 1794: Reign of Terror

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September 1793 - July 1794: Reign of Terror

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The Committee of Public Safety, led by Maximilien Robespierre, initiated a period of extreme measures and mass executions to purge France of enemies of the Revolution. The Reign of Terror aimed to defend the revolution but resulted in widespread fear and thousands of deaths.

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November 9, 1799: Napoleon's Coup d'état, Establishment of the Consulate

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November 9, 1799: Napoleon's Coup d'état, Establishment of the Consulate

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Concluding the French Revolution, Napoleon Bonaparte's coup d'état overthrew the Directory, leading to his eventual rise as First Consul. This event marked the end of the Revolutionary Government and the beginning of Napoleon’s rule, setting the stage for the Napoleonic Era.