jul 14, 1789 - Storming of the Bastille
Description:
The storming of the Bastille came in the wake of bread riots caused by the economic devastation in France. When troops gathered in Paris, angry crowds formed, leading up to several hundred taking over the Bastille prison in Paris in search of weaponry. This event is often regarded as the start of the French Revolution.Added to timeline:
Date:
jul 14, 1789
Now
~ 234 years ago
