french revolution
The French Revolution, also called the Revolution of 1789, started in 1789 and ended in 1799 with the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. It was a period of social, political, turmoil, as well as reform. The causes of the French Revolution include:
- The Bourgeoisie, who were a part of the middle class or the third estate, were gaining power and money and becoming resentful that they were excluded from political power and positions of honor.
- The peasants were also less willing the support the feudal system.
- The philosophers were encouraging and advocating social and political reform in France.
- The participation of the American Revolution cause bankruptcy for France.
- Crop failures contributed to economic difficulties.
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I, John Locke, am writing to about the impending French Revolution. I am convinced that the abolishment of feudalism will create a fairer government for all. I ask you to read my “Two Treatises of Government” and see for yourself the argument I present. I will highlight my theories. I believe the government should protect Life, Liberty and estate! I reject the divine right of kings. Governments should be formed by mutual agreement. When a king loses the right of the consent, he shall be removed. This point was also made, by the way, in Thomas Jefferson’s Declaration of Independence of 1776 for America. I also think property is a product of a person’s labor. Therefore, I am for, for, for, for, a Revolution! Stand up! Create your own government and be free!!
-John Locke
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The start of the French Revolution was initiated when the third estate betrayed the Estates - General and started their own National Assembly in an indoor tennis court. They created the Tennis Court oath in which the lower class citizens fought for reform politically as well as socially in France. They continue with their rebellions which became known as the French Revolution. I am a dedicated supporter of the monarchy and a leader in the counter-revolutionary movement! Fortunately, I as well as many of French counterrevolutionaries, fled out of France to abandon the struggle. My fellow counterrevolutionaries include nobles, ecclesiastics, and some bourgeoisie. Many of us formed armed groups and searched for help from European rulers. Unfortunately my army lost its closest ally, Austria, we have been forced to disband. I am currently in exile in England but I will return to Paris as soon as Napoleon Bonaparte is defeated. Long Live The King!
-Louis- Joseph, Prince de Condé
-Louis- Joseph, Prince de Condé
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