In this episode, we delve into the complexities of the French Revolution, exploring its social, economic, and political dimensions. We discuss the strict class system, the economic turmoil that fueled discontent, and the pivotal events such as the Tennis Court Oath and the storming of the Bastille. The conversation highlights the roles of key figures, including Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, and examines the transition from a moderate phase to a radical phase characterized by terror and upheaval. The episode concludes with a look at the Directory and the implications of the revolution on French society.