The French Revolution: Causes, Events, and Legacy
 The French Revolution: Causes, Events, and Legacy The French Revolution (1789–1799) was a transformative period in world history that dismantled the French monarchy, reshaped society, and introduced radical political ideas. While widely studied, the revolution's untold stories and nuanced impacts reveal a deeper understanding of its causes, events, and legacy. This article explores the French Revolution through its major milestones, key figures, and lasting influence. Causes of the French Revolution 1. Economic Hardship France faced bankruptcy due to excessive spending by King Louis XVI and involvement in costly wars, including the American Revolution. Widespread poverty and high bread prices fueled unrest among the Third Estate (commoners). Long-tail keyword : "economic causes of the French Revolution bread prices" 2. Social Inequality The Estates-General divided society into three estates: clergy (First Estate), nobility (Second Estate), and commoners (Third Estate). ...