writing inflammatory and radical
pamphlets that called for violence against
the monarchy and the upper classes.
Marat's writings helped to justify and
normalize the use of violence as a means
to achieve revolutionary goals. The storming
of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, marked
the beginning of a violent and tumultuous
period in French history that would come
to be known as the French Revolution.
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4. Marie Antoinette spent lavishly while France faced financial ruin.
5. King Louis XVI became king in May 1774 and was known for his weakness.
6. France supported the American colonies' revolution against Britain, leading to more financial trouble.
7. France was in severe financial debt.
8. Taxes were imposed heavily on the Third Estate, leading to anger.
9. A series of harsh seasons caused food shortages and riots.
10. The people of Paris armed themselves, forming the National Guard.
11. The storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, marked a key event in the Revolution.
12. The National Assembly was created, including members like Maximilien Robespierre.
13. The Revolution saw widespread acceptance of violence.
14. Jean-Paul Marat's writings influenced the acceptance of violence during the Revolution.