French Revolution Timeline by WYATT MCCORMICK

Louis XVI Summons the Estates General --May 5 - June 28, 1789

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This event gathered the three estates of France: The clergy, nobility, and commoners summoned by the king, Louis XVI, to address the financial crisis and societal issues within France. After a time, disagreement sparked as the commoners wanted votes within the consul to be counted by individuals and not by the estates, giving them an advantage that was refused by the First and Second, creating an even larger divide between the Estates.

Tennis Court Oath & Creation of the National Assembly --June 20, 1789

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After the events of the Estates General, The third estate separates from the other two (nobility and clergy), to declare itself the National Assembly, coming together to create a new constitution for the people. After being locked out of their meeting area, they gather to a near bt tennis cour and all take an oath to disband until the creation of their constitution.

Storming of the Bastille --July 14, 1789

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The Abolition of Feudalism --August 4, 1789

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Members of the National Assembly proposed the abolition of Feudalism, as it restricted the rights of the common folk. It was put in place a week later and paved the way for modern French society by solving inequalities in their old system of government.

Declaration of The Rights of Man and Citizen --August 26, 1789

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

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After economic hardship, such as shortages of bread and increasing prices of food, primarily affecting the poor folk of France, thousands of Parisian women and some men marched to the Palace of Versailles. They demanded bread and political reforms and forced King Louis XVI to agree to their demands.

Royal Flight to Varennes -- June 20-21, 1791

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After the growing tension of the French Revolution, King Louis XVI and his family attempted an escape to Montmédy, where loyalists were stationed, They disguised themselves as commoners and traveled in a carriage. However, they were recognized and arrested, leading to widespread anger and distrust in the French monarchy.

Arrest, Trial, and Execution of King Louis XVI --Arrest: August 13, 1792, Trial: December 3-4 1792, Execution: January 21, 1793

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Reign of Terror and Robespierre --September 1793 to July 27, 1794

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It was a period of extreme violence and political purges to eliminate enemies of the revolution. Robespierre led a dictatorial commit that caused the executions of thousands, including former revolutionaries, nobles, and regular citizens accused of counter-revolutionary activities. It ended with the fall of Robespierre and his allies at an event called the Thermidorian Reaction.

Napoleon's Italian Campaigns --April 10, 1796 – October 17, 1797

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Napoleon's Invasion of Egypt --July 1, 1798 -September 2, 1801

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Napoleon's Invasion of Egypt aimed to disrupt British trade routes and establish a French presence in the Middle East. Despite at first winning, like the battle of the Pyramids, the Campaign failed due to the destruction of the library of Alexandria by the British and resistance in Syria. This expedition did lead to discoveries like the Rosetta stone, helping further understanding of the world in Europe.

The Coup of 18th Brumaire --November 9-10, 1799

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Napoleon Crowning as Emperor --December 2, 1804

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Haitian Revolution & War of Independence --August 21, 1791 - January 1, 1804

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It started in the French colony of Saint-Domingue (Haiti) known for its brutal treatment of their encampments. Inspired by the French Revolution, the Haitian slaves started conflicts between slaves, freed people of color, and French colonial forces, which led to a war against French rule. The conflict ended with the independence of Haiti as a republic of its own.

Battle of Austerlitz --December 2, 1805

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In this battle, Napoleon's grand armeé faced Russian and Austrian soldiers. Napolean faked retreats to lure his enemies into his attack on the Frozen Heights. The French won by a landslide inflicting heavy losses on the Allies, capturing thousands of prisoners

Battle of Trafalgar -- October 21, 1805

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A battle between the British Navy and the combined Fleet of Spain and France. The British fleet used unconventional tactics and sailed directly at their enemies flank, break it up and leave them in disarray. The British won, capturing / destroying 20 ships and loosing none of their own.

Napoleon's Invasion of Russia --June 24 - December 14, - 1812

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Congress of Vienna --September 1814 - June 1815

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The Congress was formed after Napoleon's abdication at the end of the conflict in Europe after 23 years. It consisted of major European powers and they made adjustments in territory, such as the creation of the Netherlands as a country, and the agreements on the council led to relative peace in Europe for almost a hundred years.

Napoleon's Exile and the 100 days -- Exile: April 6, 1814 - February 26, 1815; 100 Days: March 20 - July 8, 1815

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After many defeats and the invasion of France, Napolean was forced to abdicate and was exiled to the island of Elba in the Mediterranean, though he did not lose his ambition for war. The 100 days were the period between Napoleon's escape from exile and his defeat in the Battle of Waterloo.

Battle of Waterloo --June 18, 1815

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After Napoleon returned from exile, he led the French Imperial army to Fight the 7th coaliliton, Despite multiple attempts to break enemy lines, Napolean was defeated ending to his second abduction / exile, thus ending the Napolionic wars.

Napoleon's Exile and Death --October 15, 1815 - May 5, 1821

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