Revolutions

3.11- The Fall of the Bastille

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Oct 6, 2014
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ANECDOTE

Necker's Dismissal

  • Necker's dismissal was a calculated move by the Queen and Comte d'Artois, who saw him as a threat.
  • They used the troop buildup as a safety net for potential backlash.
INSIGHT

Parisian Reaction

  • News of Necker's dismissal reached Paris on Sunday, July 12th, sparking immediate outrage.
  • This was interpreted as a precursor to violence against the people and the National Assembly.
ANECDOTE

Desmoulins' Speech

  • Camille Desmoulins, a young journalist, rallied the Parisian crowd with an impassioned speech.
  • His call to arms ignited the crowd's fear and anger, leading them to action.
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