History in Brief

4. What was the French Revolution?


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History in Brief: The show where we take key moments from history and break them down into clear, concise overviews. Whether you studied this before and just want a refresher, or are hearing it for the first time, join me as we review some of the most important events in humanity's history.

Today, we're looking at the French Revolution; a turning point in time that redefined the relationship between rulers and the ruled. It introduced ideas about liberty, equality, and the rights of citizens that continue to shape our world today. But what caused this massive upheaval? Why did ordinary people rise up against their king? And how did a movement that started with calls for freedom spiral into a period of terror and bloodshed?

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History in BriefBy L Houghton