sep 1, 1791 - Constitution of 1791
Description:
- Created by the National Assembly- Retained the Monarchy but sovereignty resided in the legislative assembly
- The franchise was limited to "active" citizens who paid a minimal sum in taxes
- Two thirds of adult men had the right to vote for electors and to choose certain local officials
- Constitution lasted less than a year
Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 1, 1791
Now
~ 234 years ago