In 1792, the monarchy was abolished and France was declared a republic.
Philosophers like Rousseau and Voltaire spread ideas of liberty, equality, and popular sovereignty, challenging the "divine right" of kings. 2. The Early Phase (1789–1791) La rГ©volution franГ§aise
This document established the principles of "Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité," asserting that all men are born free and equal. 3. Radicalization and the Reign of Terror (1792–1794) In 1792, the monarchy was abolished and France
In July 1794, Robespierre himself was executed, ending the most radical phase of the revolution. 4. The Rise of Napoleon (1795–1799) and popular sovereignty