Γαλλική επανασταση History Timeline and Biographies

1789

The Estates-General and the Tennis Court Oath

The French Revolution (Γαλλική επανασταση) began with the convening of the Estates-General in May 1789. The Third Estate declared itself the National Assembly and took the Tennis Court Oath, vowing not to disband until a new constitution was established.

1789

Storming of the Bastille

On July 14, 1789, revolutionaries stormed the Bastille prison, a symbol of royal tyranny. This event marked a significant turning point in the Γαλλική επανασταση and is celebrated annually as Bastille Day in France.

1789

Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen

In August 1789, the National Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen, proclaiming the principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity that became the foundation of the Γαλλική επανασταση.

1791

Flight to Varennes

In June 1791, King Louis XVI and his family attempted to flee Paris in the Flight to Varennes but were captured and brought back, further diminishing the monarchy's credibility during the Γαλλική επανασταση.

1792

Abolition of the Monarchy and Establishment of the First French Republic

On September 21, 1792, the National Convention abolished the monarchy and declared France a republic, marking a pivotal moment in the Γαλλική επανασταση.

1793

Execution of King Louis XVI

King Louis XVI was executed by guillotine on January 21, 1793, signaling the radical phase of the Γαλλική επανασταση and the beginning of the Reign of Terror.

1793

Reign of Terror

From 1793 to 1794, the Reign of Terror saw mass executions of perceived enemies of the revolution. Led by Robespierre, this period was marked by extreme measures to protect the revolution's ideals.

1794

Fall of Robespierre

On July 27, 1794, Robespierre was arrested and executed, ending the Reign of Terror and leading to a more moderate phase of the Γαλλική επανασταση.

1795

Establishment of the Directory

In 1795, the Directory was established as the new government, attempting to bring stability to France after the tumultuous years of the Γαλλική επανασταση.

1799

Coup of 18 Brumaire

On November 9, 1799, Napoleon Bonaparte led a coup d'état, overthrowing the Directory and marking the end of the Γαλλική επανασταση. This event paved the way for his rise to power as First Consul and eventually Emperor.

1804

Napoleon Crowns Himself Emperor

In 1804, Napoleon Bonaparte crowned himself Emperor of the French, consolidating his power and signaling the end of the revolutionary period initiated by the Γαλλική επανασταση.

1815

Congress of Vienna

The Congress of Vienna in 1815 aimed to restore stability and order in Europe after the upheaval caused by the Γαλλική επανασταση and the Napoleonic Wars, leading to a reconfiguration of European boundaries and the restoration of monarchies.

1830

July Revolution

The July Revolution of 1830 in France, inspired by the ideals of the Γαλλική επανασταση, resulted in the overthrow of King Charles X and the establishment of the July Monarchy under Louis-Philippe.

1848

Revolutions of 1848

The Revolutions of 1848, also known as the Springtime of Nations, saw widespread revolutionary movements across Europe, influenced by the principles of the Γαλλική επανασταση, demanding more democratic governance and social reforms.

1871

Paris Commune

The Paris Commune of 1871 was a radical socialist and revolutionary government that briefly ruled Paris, embodying many of the egalitarian and republican ideals of the Γαλλική επανασταση.