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1.11 The Parisian Powder Keg

French Revolution & Napoleon (Grey History)

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Introduction

This chapter delves into the factors that led to the famous Storming of the Bastille, including hunger, radical press influence, and fears of a coup d'état. It emphasizes the significance of this event in shaping the French Revolution and portrays Paris as a volatile city on the brink of explosion.

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