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The Directory begins, 1795–1799, created by Constitution of the Year III. November 3, 1795

The electors of Paris form a standing committee and a citizens’ militia. July 13, 1789

The Emperor Leopold II appeals to other monarchs to join with him in demanding respect for the liberty and honor of Louis XVI. July 6, 1791

The Estates–General are convoked for 1 May 1789. August 8, 1788

The Fall of the Bastille. July 14, 1789

The Fall of the Monarchy. Popular assault on the Tuileries; Louis XVI deposed. August 10, 1792

The first anniversary of the Revolution is celebrated on the fields of the Champ de Mars, the Festival of the Federation. July 14, 1790

The First Assembly of Notables. Raising taxes is discussed and rejected. February 22, 1787

The first churches are closed in and around Paris following earlier efforts in the provinces. November 22, 1793

The first prefects of departments are appointed. March 2, 1800