Human Beliefs: The French Revolution

The French Revolution left a large impact on foreign countries, human beliefs, and how many perceived freedom. Uprising began against absolute monarchies, especially throughout Latin America with Mexico proclaiming independence from Portugal. This caused democracy to be practiced and noticed largely in France and globally. The French Revolution demonstrated to foreign countries, as well as future governments, that power laid in the hands of the people, not only in the monarchy. This was a result because people now had the opportunity to become part of the government. They began to inform themselves through reading and thinking politically. The revolt led to a division from the church. The division of religion and government continues to be