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The French Revolution began in 1789 with the storming of the Bastille. Heads rolled, ideas rose, and cake was not served.

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The Bastille was stormed on July 14, 1789, becoming a revolutionary symbol. The Revolution reshaped France’s political system and influenced democratic movements worldwide.

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The French Revolution began in 1789 with the storming of the Bastille. Heads rolled, ideas rose, and cake was not served. | SmartAss Facts