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The French revolution had two major components, the first was an aristocratic revolt that sought greater power for their class and a second phase that was eventually transformed into a more popular revolt that led by the bourgeoisie that espoused ideas beyond what the British elite had. Alarmed by what was happening in France, neighboring powers declared war. The French Revolution challenged traditional hereditary monarchy that had been the basic, enduring, pattern of government across time; it ignited a spirit of nationalism in France that led to revolutions throughout the entire Atlantic Basin and beyond.

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Unit 5C

Standards:
World History
Economics
Civics,
Citizenship, and Government
Paris French Revolution Cities of Interest
 
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  • French Taxation System
     
  • Support of the Colonists in the American Revolution
     
  • Estates General
     
  • Nationalism
     
  • Liberalism

 

 

 

 

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