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What is the French Revolution

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Answer: You didn't leave any answers. But, the french revolution was a war for freedom.

Explanation: The french wanted to take their freedom and become a democracy. (like in America.) They declared a war to get it. The French Revolution was a period of time in France when the people overthrew the monarchy and took control of the government. The French Revolution lasted 10 years from 1789 to 1799. It began on July 14, 1789 when revolutionaries stormed a prison called the Bastille. Great Britain and Spain joined Austria and other European nations in the war against Revolutionary France. Hope you get A's!

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The French Revolution was the period of far-reaching social/political upheaval in France. The colonies began on May 5th, 1789, and ended on November 9th, 1799. This entire revolution was a watershed event in European history. The ascent of this event was Napoleon Bonaparte, who lead from start to finish.

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