107. The French Revolution: History Everyone Should Know | A Pocket History

The French Revolution is one of the most influential turning points in modern history. But what actually caused it? How did a movement demanding liberty and equality lead to years of violence and political instability? And why does this revolution still matter today? In this episode, we're heading to France in the late 1700s to explore the growing tensions that led to revolution, the dramatic overthrow of the monarchy, the Reign of Terror, and the eventual rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. By the end, you'll have a better understanding of how the French Revolution transformed France, influenced movements around the world, and raised questions about freedom, equality, and political power that we're still grappling with today. This is a Pocket History, which means we're covering a big topic in a relatively short amount of time. It isn't meant to be a complete history of the French Revolution, but rather an approachable introduction to the people, events, and ideas that shaped it, and why they still matter today. Support the podcast and get ad-free episodes + bonus resources at patreon.com/wiserworldpodcast. Watch this episode on YouTube. Sources used in this episode. Join Wiser World on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wiserworldpodcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for our free weekly email newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://wiserworld.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices