French Reveloution Timeline by NOLAN BARTELS

Louis XVI Summons the Estates General (May 4, 1789)

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Louis XVI summoned the estates general, a general assembly that represented the 3 estates the clergy, the nobility, and the commoners. This was the first one called since 1614. The purpose was to discuss the financial situation in France. The meeting led to political upheaval and started the French Revolution.

The Creation of the National Assembly and the Tennis Court Oath (June 20, 1789)

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The members of the 3rd estate had been locked out of the meeting hall at Versailles, so they gathered at a nearby tennis court. They took an oath not to disband until a new constitution was established. This group declared themselves the national assembly and aimed to achieve a more fair political system.

Storming of the Bastille (July 14, 1789)

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A group of angry Parisians wanted to arm themselves and free political prisoners, so they stormed the Bastille. This represented the people's uprising against oppression. This marked the beginning of a widespread revolution in France.

Declaration of The Rights of Man and Citizen (Aug. 26, 1789)

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This document outlines the individual and connective rights of all men. It asserts that all men are created free and equal. It guarantees freedom of speech, religion, and press. This establishes the principles of popular sovereignty and separation of powers.

The Woman's March (Oct. 5, 1789)

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Thousands of Parisian women were mad about the price of bread. The end of this march ended with the royal family being brought back to Paris, symbolizing the shift of power from the monarchy to the people.

Royal Flight to Varennes (June 20/21, 1791)

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The royal family attempted to escape Paris. They aimed to rally royalist supporters to regain control they were caught in Varennes this ended the monarchy's credibility.

Arrest, Trial, and Execution of King Louis XVI (Jan. 21, 1793)

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Louis was seen as a traitor after the Varennes flight. He was arrested following the storming of the Tuileries piece. He was put on trial for high treason and crimes against the state. He was executed by guillotine. This was the beginning of the rise of the republic.

Reign of Terror and Robespierre (Sept. 5, 1793)

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This time was known for political repression and mass executions. it aimed to purge France of enemies of the revolution. Robespierre was a revolutionary leader who liked using terror to achieve revolutionary goals. Under his influence, thousands were executed including former allies and perceived enemies.

Napoleon's Italian Campaigns (April 2, 1796)

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These were a series of military operations during the French Revolutionary War. They aimed to defeat the Austrian and Piedmontese forces. Napoleon's strategic brilliance led to several victories and boosted his reputation as a military genius.

Napoleon's Invasion of Egypt (July 1, 1798)

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Napoleon's forces landed in Alexandria. The French army then wins control over Egypt. Napoleon brought scientists along, leading to significant discoveries being made. The British navy then destroyed the French fleet stranding them in Egypt. Facing a lot of resistance napoleon left Egypt and his forces ended up surrendering to the British.

Coup of 18th Brumaire (Nov. 9, 1799)

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France was falling apart with the gov't struggling to stay in control. Napoleon was invented to overthrow the Directory. Napoleon and his allies had seized control of the government. The consulate has taken over with napoleon as the first consul.

Haitian Revolution and War for Independence (Jan. 1, 1804)

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Enslaved Africans started a massive revolt. The French initially tried to suppress the rebellion but later they abolished slavery throughout the colony. To gain the support of rebels against the Spanish and British forces. Napoleon then tried to start up slavery again leading to more conflict. The revolutionaries defeated the French and declared Haiti's independence.

Napoleon Crowning as Emperor (Dec. 2, 1804)

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The coronation took place at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. It was a grand and elaborate event. Napoleon takes the crown from the pope and places it on his own head, emphasizing independence from the church Napoleon also crowned his wife, Josephine.

Battle of Austerlitz (Dec. 2, 1805)

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Battle of Trafalgar (Oct. 21, 1805)

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The battle was between the British vs. the French and Spanish. Admiral Nelson would break enemy lines into small segments and disrupt their formation. The British win easily. Nelson was wounded badly but lived long enough to hear his victory. The British reigned supreme for the rest of the Napoleonic wars.

Napoleon's Invasion of Russia (June 24, 1812)

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Congress of Vienna (Sept. 1814)

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Napoleon's Exile and the 100 Days (March 20, 1815)

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Battle of Waterloo (June 18, 1815)

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Napoleon's Exile and Death (May 5, 1821)

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The Abloition of Feudalism (Aug. 4, 1789)

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