French-revolution.pptx

The revolution progressed through several distinct, increasingly radical phases:

The was a transformative decade of social and political upheaval that dismantled the centuries-old absolute monarchy and reshaped the foundations of modern democracy. Driven by the ideals of "Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity," this period saw the rise of the Third Estate and the birth of citizen rights that still echo today. The Foundations of Unrest French-Revolution.pptx

King Louis XVI's inability to manage the financial crisis led to the calling of the Estates-General in 1789, where the Third Estate broke away to form the National Assembly . Key Turning Points The revolution progressed through several distinct