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Touring the French Revolution

Sites to See the French Revolution For ten tumultuous years revolution swept through France.  It began with the calling of the Estates-General in 1789 and the bold decision to establish a National…

The French Revolution Quiz

The French Revolution is one of the most significant events in world history. It was a period of great social and political upheaval that had a profound impact on French society, as well as on the…

French Revolution (1789–1799)

Revolution begins when Third Estate (Commons) delegates swear not to disband until France has a constitution. Paris mob storms Bastille, symbol of royal power (July 14, 1789). National…

French Revolution

(Encyclopedia) French Revolution, political upheaval of world importance in France that began in 1789. The French Revolution, though it seemed a failure in 1799 and appeared nullified by 1815…

revolution

(Encyclopedia) revolution, in a political sense, fundamental and violent change in the values, political institutions, social structure, leadership, and policies of a society. The totality of change…

Plain, the

(Encyclopedia) Plain, the, in French history, term designating the independent members of the National Convention during the French Revolution. The name was applied to them because, in contrast to…

Russian Revolution: The Revolution of 1905

The Revolution of 1905 Rasputin and his coterie of admirers Related Links Russian Revolution: OriginsSt. PetersburgRussian HistoryRasputinWorld War IThe Russian Revolution of 1905…

Russian Revolution: The February Revolution

The February Revolution Related Links Russian Revolution: OriginsRussian Revolution: 1905 RevolutionCommunist PartyMoscowFabergé Eggs By March, 1917 (the end of Feb., 1917, O.S…

Russian Revolution: The October Revolution

The October Revolution Revolutionary leader Leon Trotsky Related Links Russian Revolution: OriginsRussian Revolution: 1905 RevolutionRussian Revolution: February RevolutionWhy is the…

Flanders, French

(Encyclopedia) Flanders, French, region of N France, on the North Sea and along the Belgian border. It is coextensive with Nord dept. The area is studded with important industrial cities and historic…