On June 20, 1789, the French Revolution was beginning as the Third Estate defied the king and swore not to disperse until France had been given a new constitution. In 1837 Victoria became queen of ...

The French Revolution (1789-1799) lasted until the ascent of Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821). Years of medieval oppression and financial mismanagement led the French people to want changes in politics ...

In case anyone's failed to notice, this year marks the 200th anniversary of the 'French Revolution'. This is usually seen as a series of political and social events beginning with the storming of the ...

The Adobe Flash player and Javascript are required in order to view a video which appears on this page. You may wish to download the Adobe Flash player. The French ...

1. The quality that makes Jules Michelet’s history so powerful is what the French call souffle—literally, breath; figuratively, inspiration, creativity, energy. Michelet understood the French ...

"Published in conjunction with an exhibition co-organized by the University of California, Los Angeles, and the Bibliothèque nationale de France, as part of 1789-1989, the French Revolution: a UCLA ...

The French Revolution was a fierce period that reshaped Europe and ignited the flames of liberty. This significant event continues to fascinate historians and revolutionaries alike. From storming the ...