French Revolution Flashcards
1
Q
When did the French Revolution occur?
A
1789-1799
2
Q
What caused it?
A
Social inequality, financial crisis, enlightenment ideas
3
Q
What happened to the monarchy?
A
The monarchy was abolished and France was declared a republic in 1792
4
Q
Who was Napoleon?
A
Napoleon rose in 1799, and established himself as the emperor of France
5
Q
Why was Louis XVI executed?
A
King Louis XVI was tried for treason by the National Convention, found guilty, and executed by the guillotine in 1793
6
Q
What happened after Louis XVI died?
A
The Committee of Public Safety too control, leading to a period of mass executions of perceived enemies of the revolution
7
Q
What happened to Marie Antoinette?
A
The former queen was also tried and executed in 1793, after Louis XVI
