EMERGENCE OF USA
HOW DID THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION INFLUENCE THE FRENCH REVOLUTION
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storming of the Bastille
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meeting of the Estates General
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execution of King Louis 16th
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Tennis Court Oath
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Detailed explanation-1: -The radicalization of the Revolution led to the Terror which ended with the execution of Robespierre and Saint-Just in July 1794.
Detailed explanation-2: -During the Reign of Terror, at least 300, 000 suspects were arrested; 17, 000 were officially executed, and perhaps 10, 000 died in prison or without trial.
Detailed explanation-3: -Around 17, 000 people were officially executed in France, including 2, 639 in Paris. Many more died in prison or were beaten to death in the streets. Over 200, 000 people were arrested. As the bloodshed and executions of the Terror became worse, many people realized that it could not continue.
Detailed explanation-4: -What events occurred during the radical phase of the French Revolution? Initially, the monarchy was abolished and a republic was established. War continued throughout Europe. After the radicals gained control, those who were against the revolution were subject to arrest or execution.