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Essay Archive - French Revolution
French Revolution
There were many factors that contributed to the French Revolution.
First of all was the greatest percent of the population, the commoners, had the
least amount of power and land. This laid the foundation for social unrest
which is necessary for a revolution. Second, the French economy was very weak
due to France's involvement in the American Revolution. In addition to the
economic problems that the American Revolution caused, it also put Enlightenment
ideas into the minds of the French people. Last, weak leadership was provided
under Louis XVI. He called the Estates General into session to raise taxes to
pay debts ....
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