Bastille Day, celebrated annually on July 14th, symbolizes the commencement of the French Revolution. It commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789, an event widely recognized as a pivotal moment... 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 »
