Liberty’s Betrayal: The French Revolution and the Reign of Terror
Liberty’s Betrayal: The French Revolution and the Reign of Terror - History Collection
1. The Spark: Storming of the Bastille
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On July 14, 1789, Parisians stormed the Bastille, a medieval fortress and prison infamous for housing political dissidents. This dramatic act symbolized the people’s rejection of royal oppression and...