ORIGINS OF THE FRENCH REVOLUTION The causes of the French Revolution of 1787-1789 (Solé 3) is a subject worthy of investigation because the revolt is an event of crucial importance in Western History. It marked the end of feudalism and the beginning of democracy in France‚ and can be seen as a turning point for liberty in Europe. To quote the German author Goethe‚ ‘From this place‚ and from this day‚ commences a new era in the world’s history’ (Wright 2). In 1774 when Louis XVI ascended
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Before a revolution over the Absolutist State happened‚ it had to be conceivable. The Age of the Enlightenment saw cultural and intellectual forces emphasize reason‚ logic‚ analysis and individualism‚ changing the perspective of traditional medieval society. It fostered the critique of society and institutions‚ especially of despotism and the Church‚ laying the foundations for a new order. The French Revolution is a movement that is very widely studied amongst historians. It therefore has many interpretations
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The French revolution of 1789 had many long-range causes. Political‚ social‚ and economical conditions in France contributed to the discontent felt by many French people especially those of the third estate. The ideas of the intellectuals of the Enlightenment brought new views of government and society. The American Revolution also influenced the coming of the French Revolution. Three of the most important causes of the French Revolution included the lack of skill of Louis XVI‚ the vast gap between
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The French Revolution of 1789-1799 is one of the most important events in history. The Revolution led to many changes in France. It created new definitions and new ideas to the political ideas of the people. France was the strongest European force and the war changed their outlook on ideas. The French Revolution lasted for a long period of ten years. The primary cause of the revolution was the disagreements on ideas of reform. No official power was corrupt‚ but the whole system of government needing
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Erickson FRENCH REVOLUTION DBQ “The French Revolution.” What pops up in your head? Probably a plethora of ideas. Images of riots‚ nobles‚ monarchy and such. So many mistakes and so many achievements has come out of the French Revolution. Many failed policies‚ laws and many inspirational and influential ideas has come of the French Revolution. The important causes of the French Revolution has changed France. The French Revolution had many causes which lead to the outbreak of the revolution such
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305 violent revolutions have succeeded since 1900 compared to a total of 21 peaceful revolutions. Many believe that nonviolence is the way to go‚ and violent ones are out the question. In reality‚ though‚ in many cases‚ violence is the only option. The people might try for rights‚ but in many circumstances‚ the government will feel threatened and kill them. Or If all the movement is doing is holding up signs‚ those in power will simply scoff at them and not take the revolution seriously. John f.
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factor contributing to the origins of the French Revolution due to his inability to cope with the momentous events which continued to unfold around him. However‚ the financial crisis was a primary short-term cause of the French Revolution due to the increasing amount of deficit the government was building which had a knock on effect on the French public. Furthermore‚ the financial crisis is only another factor which contributed to the revolution was the French customs from predecessors and their inherited
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The French Revolution Joshua Hall King Louis XVI was in power during the revolution‚ he was thrown into this position when King Louis XV attempted to flee the country. Extravagant spending by the king’s father left the country on the brink of bankruptcy. Unrest among the peasants knowing there situation‚ were not willing to support the feudal system any longer. When the three states assembled‚ they imposed heavy tax increases‚ which were approved by Nobility and Clergy. This left the country in
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Long-term government financial chaos played a lead role in the cause of the French Revolution. This point is supported by William Doyle‚ in Origins of the French Revolution. Government debt and lack of available funding seriously deteriorated authority and credit‚ leading to extreme measures in taxation‚ thereby acting as a catalyst of the French Revolution. Doyle makes his point by arguing that France was approaching a state of fiscal ruin as far back as August 20‚ 1786‚ indicating that "Calonne
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of the French Revolution The French Revolution‚ which started in 1789‚ had a variety of different causes. The social structures of France along with the changing demographics are one of these causes. Lack of power to act by the king along with new “Enlightened” ideas were also causes of the French Revolution. Alone‚ these causes would not have led to revolution. The underlying cause of this revolution was the financial system and debts the French government held to. In the end the French government
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