Facilitated by enlightened thinking and the terrible violence in the late 18th century, the French Revolution of 1789 brought major political and social change to France. Learn more with Storyboard That.
French Revolution Summary - Changes caused by the French Revolution
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NATIONALISM
Come children of the fatherland, the glorious day has arrived.
With the monarchy removed, a new spirit of nationalism developed in France. Pride and devotion to the nation became widespread.
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FASHION
Don't cry, little Constitution.
Fashion changed from elaborate dress and powdered wigs to simple clothes and long pants. Parents began giving their children revolutionary names like Republic or Constitution.
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ART
French paintings began to emulate a neo-Classical style. Major events like the Tennis Court Oath were captured using this emotional, romanticized technique.
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THE FRENCH COLONIES
The new government abolished slavery in French colonies of the West Indies.
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GOVERNMENT
No Monarchy!!
Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen.
Despite a tumultuous 10-year period (1789 - 1799) in which the government went through several constitutions and legislative bodies, French society made the transition from monarchy to republic.
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EDUCATION
Logic and Reason should be your guide!
The new revolutionary government attempted to replace church schools with compulsory state-run schools.