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  2. The French Revolution was a period of major social upheaval that began in 1787 and ended in 1799. It sought to completely change the relationship between the rulers and those they governed and to redefine the nature of political power.

  3. French Revolution - Wikipedia

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    The French Revolution (French: Révolution française [ʁevɔlysjɔ̃ fʁɑ̃sɛːz]) was a period of political and societal change in France that began with the Estates General of 1789, and ended with the coup of 18 Brumaire in November 1799 and the formation of the French Consulate.

  4. French Revolution: Timeline, Causes & Dates | HISTORY

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    The French Revolution was a watershed event in world history that began in 1789 and ended in the late 1790s with the ascent of Napoleon Bonaparte. During this period, French citizens...

  5. The French Revolution (1789–1799): Brief Overview - SparkNotes

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    The French Revolution (1789–1799) quiz that tests what you know about important details and events in the book.

  6. French Revolution - World History Encyclopedia

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    The French Revolution was a period of major social and political upheaval in France that lasted from 1789-1799. Its goals were to dismantle France's oppressive old regime and create a new society based around Enlightenment Age principles such as the general will of the people and natural rights.

  7. French Revolution Key Facts - Encyclopedia Britannica

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    List of important facts regarding the French Revolution. This revolutionary movement shook France between 1787 and 1799. During this period the people of France brought down their king and for a brief time made France a republic—a country ruled by the people.

  8. French Revolution: History, Timeline, Causes, and Outcomes

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    The French Revolution, a seismic event that reshaped the contours of political power and societal norms, began in 1789, not merely as a chapter in history but as a dramatic upheaval that would influence the course of human events far beyond its own time and borders.

  9. Causes and Effects of the French Revolution - Encyclopedia...

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    Lists of major causes and effects of the French Revolution, which originated in part with the rise of the bourgeoisie and broad acceptance of reformist writings by intellectuals known as the philosophes.

  10. Summary of the French Revolution. It was caused by a series of political, social, economic and administrative crisis that upset the absolutist reign of Louis XVI.

  11. The French Revolution: A turning point in world history

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    The Revolution fundamentally altered the fabric of French society, dismantling the feudal system and setting the foundations for modern democratic governance. The Napoleonic Wars further spread revolutionary ideals, influencing the development of nations and the rise of nationalism.