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1778-1783: France Finances American Revolution

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1778-1783: France Finances American Revolution

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France provided military support and finances to the American colonists during their revolution against Britain. This decision severely strained France's finances and contributed to the economic crisis leading to the French Revolution.

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King Louis XVI called the Estates-General meeting for the first time in 175 years to address France's financial crisis. This assembly consisted of representatives from all three estates (clergy, nobility, and commoners), but unfair voting rules led to immediate tensions.

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Members of the Third Estate took the famous Tennis Court Oath (Serment du Jeu de Paume), pledging not to disperse until they had given France a constitution. This marked a crucial moment of defiance against royal authority.

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Parisians stormed the Bastille prison, a symbol of royal authority. Though only seven prisoners were freed, this event became the defining moment of the French Revolution and is still celebrated as France's national holiday.

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1789, August 26: Declaration of Rights of Man

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1789, August 26: Declaration of Rights of Man

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The National Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen, proclaiming fundamental rights and principles of the new republic. This document influenced human rights declarations worldwide.

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

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

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Thousands of women, angered by the scarcity of bread and economic crisis, marched to Versailles and forced King Louis XVI to move back to Paris. This event, also known as the October March, highlighted the impact of women in the revolutionary movement.

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King Louis XVI and his family attempted to escape Paris but were caught at Varennes and brought back to the capital. This failed escape attempt severely damaged the king's reputation and led to growing republican sentiment.

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1791, August: Constitution Curtailed King's Rights

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1791, August: Constitution Curtailed King's Rights

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The new constitution limited King Louis XVI's powers significantly, transforming France into a constitutional monarchy. Displeased with his reduced role, these constraints contributed to his decision to flee Paris, culminating in the failed Flight to Varennes.

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The National Convention abolished the monarchy and proclaimed France a republic. This marked the official end of more than 1,000 years of continuous French monarchy.

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1793, January 21: Execution of Louis XVI

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1793, January 21: Execution of Louis XVI

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Former King Louis XVI was tried for treason and executed by guillotine at the Place de la Révolution in Paris. This event shocked Europe and led to increased foreign opposition to the revolution.

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Under Robespierre's leadership, the Committee of Public Safety conducted a campaign of violence against perceived enemies of the revolution. Approximately 40,000 people were executed during this period.

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Napoleon Bonaparte seized power in the Coup of 18 Brumaire, effectively ending the French Revolution. He established a new government called the Consulate, with himself as First Consul.