Thousands of Parisians stormed the Bastille, a medieval fortress and prison, in Paris on 1789. The Bastille symbolised the ...

The French Revolution, which took place between 1789 and 1799, is one of the most significant events in the world.

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The French Revolution (1789-1799) was one of the most transformative events in world history, altering the course of Europe and influencing political ideologies globally. Its origins can be traced to ...

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In 1792, revolution was on the brink of destruction—until a ragtag French army stood firm at Valmy. What happened next changed European history.

William Thompson, a man rarely if ever mentioned in American history books, became the first commissioned colonel in ...

From Louisville to Versailles, the French influence still echoes in the names of Kentucky cities and counties today.

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Filmmaker Ken Burns and co-director David Schmidt recently visited Seattle to preview their new sweeping, six-part ...

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Ken Burns is releasing a deep look into the fight for American ...