The event, celebrated annually on July 14th, commemorates a pivotal moment in the French Revolution. It marks the anniversary of the storming of a Parisian fortress, a significant symbol of royal authority.... Read more »
The term denotes a fortress in Paris that, in its historical context, served primarily as a state prison. Originally constructed in the 14th century as a defensive structure, it later gained notoriety... Read more »
Bastille Day, observed annually on July 14th, commemorates a pivotal event in French history: the storming of the Bastille. This event, which occurred in 1789, symbolized the end of royal absolutism and... Read more »