What is the timeline of the French Revolution?
Some key moments in the French Revolution, 1789- 1794
January 24 | Louis XVI summons the Estates General |
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August 4 | Abolition of feudal (noble, clerical) rights |
August 26 | Declaration of the Rights of Man |
October 5-6 | The Wives’ March; Louis “kidnapped” back to Paris |
May 19 | National Assembly abolishes the nobility |
What were the main causes of the French Revolution in 1848?
Discontent at poor governance and life was a major cause of the Revolutions of 1848. Bad harvests and economic depression in the years leading up to the 1848 created massive discontent throughout all of Europe, and food riots were common. Unemployment was also created due to the economic crisis.
What are the 5 stages of the French revolution?
Terms in this set (5)
- Stage 1: National Assmebly. 1789-191: -creation of parliament, witing of constituion.
- Stage 2: the legislative assembly and war. 1791-1792:
- Stage 3: the national convention and the reign of terror. 1792-1795:
- Stage 4: the directory. 1795-1799:
- Stage 5: the dictatorship of Napoleon. 1799-1815:
Why was the Estates General called in 1788?
The political and financial situation in France had grown rather bleak, forcing Louis XVI to summon the Estates General. This assembly was composed of three estates – the clergy, nobility and commoners – who had the power to decide on the levying of new taxes and to undertake reforms in the country.
What was the significance of the Revolutions of 1848?
Revolutions of 1848, series of republican revolts against European monarchies, beginning in Sicily and spreading to France, Germany, Italy, and the Austrian Empire. They all ended in failure and repression and were followed by widespread disillusionment among liberals.