MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800
THE FRENCH REVOLUTION
Question
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American Revolution
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French Revolution
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Influenced by the new ideas of the Enlightenment, the American Revolution (1765–1783) is usually considered the starting point of the Age of Revolution. It in turn inspired the French Revolution of 1789, which rapidly spread to the rest of Europe through its wars.
Detailed explanation-2: -April 19, 1775 The first shots of the Revolutionary War are fired at Lexington and Concord in Massachusetts. The news of the bloodshed rockets along the eastern seaboard, and thousands of volunteers converge-called “Minute Men"-on Cambridge, Mass. These are the beginnings of the Continental Army.
Detailed explanation-3: -Americans’ Victory Encouraged the French The Americans’ victory over the British may have been one of the greatest catalysts for the French Revolution. The French people saw that a revolt could be successful-even against a major military power–and that lasting change was possible.
Detailed explanation-4: -During the struggle for American independence, France provided the money, troops, armament, military leadership, and naval support that tipped the balance of military power and paved the way for the Continental Army’s ultimate victory.
Detailed explanation-5: -The United States and the French Revolution, 1789–1799.