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Γαλλική επανασταση

The French Revolution (Γαλλική επανασταση) was a period of radical social and political change in France from 1789 to 1799. It began with the financial crisis and widespread discontent with the monarchy, leading to the rise of republicanism and the eventual overthrow of King Louis XVI. The revolution brought about the end of the feudal system, the rise of secularism, and significant changes in the French society and government, ultimately influencing the course of world history.

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1789 — 1871

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. 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.
  12. 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.
  13. 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.
  14. 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.
  15. 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.

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