Painting of the storming of the Bastille, showing revolutionaries breaking through a fortress gate with flags waving

The Storming of the Bastille: A Revolutionary Turning Point

July 14th, 1789, witnessed a historic uprising in Paris as crowds gathered to challenge the authority of the monarchy. The storming of the Bastille, a symbol of royal oppression, ignited the flames of revolution and set in motion profound changes that would reshape French society and politics.
Signing of the Treaty of Alliance between France and the United States in 1778.

Louis XVI of France declared war on England

Louis XVI of France declared war on England, solidifying the French-American alliance during the American Revolution. This strategic move provided crucial support to the American colonies, influencing the outcome of the war and securing American independence.