French Revolution - Presentation
French Revolution - Presentation
Revolution
❖ Events Leading to The
French Revolution
❖ Key Events of The
French Revolution
❖ Key Historical Figures
❖ Consequences of The
French Revolution
❖ Bibliography
Painting “La Liberté guidant le people” - Eugène Delacroix
Overview of The French Revolution
The French Revolution was a period in the history of France which brought about major changes not only in
the political landscape of France, but also of Europe and the world. It started in 1789 and lasted until 1799.
At that time, France was a monarchy ruled by King Louis XVI and queen Marie-Antoinette.
Enlightenment
The cultural movement called The Enlightenment, or Age
of Reason, also contributed to the spark which led to the
French Revolution. Thinkers like Voltaire, Rousseau, and
Ineffectiveness of the Monarchy
Montesquieu brought about new ideas regarding
King Louis XVI's was an indecisive leader, incapable
democracy, individual rights, and the questioning of
of managing the political and economic crisis.
traditional authority and influenced public opinion.
End of Monarchy
The revolution led to the fall of the monarchy and the establishment of the First French Republic.
Social Changes
French society became more egalitarian. A democratic, government was established, in which all classes of citizens were
represented. Laws were given for basic property rights, the separation of church and state, and establishment of human
rights.
Legal Reforms
The Napoleonic Code, introduced by Napoleon, reformed French law and became a model for legal systems around the
world.
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