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Destruction of Old Regime

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The French Revolution marked a pivotal moment of transformation, inspired by the American independence and Enlightenment ideals. The Declaration of the Rights of Man advocated for citizens' rights to make laws, yet excluded women, leading to voices like Olympe de Gouges advocating for equality. The monarchy faced mounting pressure as King Louis XVI resisted reforms, prompting events like the Women's March to Versailles for bread and demands for his return to Paris. With the National Assembly establishing a new constitution, the revolution spiraled into chaos, ultimately leading to the King’s capture, war with Austria, and the rise of the radical Paris Commune.

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Destruction of Old Regime

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  1. Destruction of Old Regime

  2. Declaration of the Rights of Man • Inspired by Independence of America • Reflected Enlightenment thought • All citizens to have right to make laws • Did not include women • Olympe de Gouges

  3. The King Concedes • Louis refused to accept • Women’s march to Versailles • Demanded bread • Demanded Louis return to Paris • Louis took flour as peace offering (too late)

  4. Reforms of Church • Catholic Church seen as old order • Lands sold • Bishops and priests now “elected” by the people • Catholics now enemies of the revolution

  5. New Constitution • National Assembly made new constitution • King and Legislative Assembly • LA makes laws • 745 reps • More affluent members are elected • All males had same rights but only those over 25 who paid taxes could vote

  6. Louis and Marie attempt to flee France • Caught and brought back to Paris • Things get worse

  7. War with Austria • Austria and Prussia threaten to war with France if revolution spreads across Europe • Demand Louis back on throne • France declares war against Austria

  8. Rise of Commune • French lost war • Economic shortages continue • Radicals stormed the royal palace • King captive • Power now in hands of Paris Commune-sans culottes • Things get WORSE

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