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French Revolution

Causes. French Revolution. 1789 France divided into 3 estates 1 st Estate-Clergy (pay no taxes) 2 nd Estate-Nobles (pay no taxes) 3 rd Estate-Everyone Else (Upper middle class-peasants) PAY TAXES. Society Divided ( Ancien Regime). Dept Deficit Spending- spend more than take in

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French Revolution

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  1. Causes French Revolution

  2. 1789 France divided into 3 estates • 1st Estate-Clergy (pay no taxes) • 2nd Estate-Nobles (pay no taxes) • 3rd Estate-Everyone Else (Upper middle class-peasants) PAY TAXES Society Divided (Ancien Regime)

  3. Dept • Deficit Spending- spend more than take in • How did they get this? • Not taxing 1st and 2nd estate • Spending to much money (parties, clothing, jewels, etc) • Economic Reform Fails • EITHER INCREASE TAXES OR REDUCE EXPENSES • 1st and 2nd estate did not want taxes Financial Troubles

  4. Ideas of natural rights and equality spreading through Europe. • England Monarchy changes • American Revolution • Influence for change? • How would you feel if you were in 3rd estate in France? Poor/working class and paying taxes while nobles do not. Enlightenment Connection

  5. Liberty- Equality- Everyone Equal Fraternity- Nationalism Ideals of French Revolution

  6. Will be tested on 20 events at end • Learn first 5 today • You will create a board game at end that will include all 20 events-Group project • Important to take notes, pay attention, and keep material for end test and project. French Revolution Unit

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