- Bastille - Wikipedia
The Bastille ( bæˈstiːl , French: [bastij] ⓘ) was a fortress in Paris, known as the Bastille Saint-Antoine It played an important role in the internal conflicts of France and for most of its history was used as a state prison by the kings of France
- Bastille | Definition, History, Facts | Britannica
The Bastille, stormed by an armed mob of Parisians on July 14, 1789, in the opening days of the French Revolution, was a symbol of the despotism of the ruling Bourbon monarchy and held an important place in the ideology of the Revolution
- What is Bastille Day and why is it celebrated? – NBC Los Angeles
France celebrated Bastille Day on Monday, the holiday marking the 1789 storming of the Bastille prison, a pivotal moment in the French Revolution
- The Bastille: A Fortress, A Prison, A Symbol - History Tools
The Bastille, an imposing fortress that once stood in the heart of Paris, has left an indelible mark on French history Its legacy extends far beyond its physical presence, as it played a pivotal role in the French Revolution and has since become a global symbol of resistance against oppression
- Bastille Day - Definition, Date Facts | HISTORY
Bastille Day is a holiday celebrating the storming of the Bastille—a military fortress and prison—on July 14, 1789, in a violent uprising that helped usher in the French Revolution
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France marks its Bastille Day national holiday Monday with a traditional July 14 military parade in Paris and evening firework displays across the country In his traditional address to the
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Celebrate the best of French culture with live music, delicious cuisine, and festive fun at a Bastille Day festival right here in L A
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