What Started the French Revolution
August 28, 1789
Remis
Dear Mother and Father;
How times have changed since I was at home, the revolution is in full force, the National assembly has been established, and many beneficial laws have been implemented.
The Revolution is although a double edged sword, the people will turn from God I fear, not having to pay tithes, that’s foolish, [...]
Causes of the French Revolution
Remis
Note: I have taken the stance of both the 1st and 3rd estate. The first because I am after all a priest, but I also have a strong moral sense and feel the 3rd estate has been treated poorly.
Cahier
The King should ensure that:
1- farmers be allowed to defend their property against wild animals. — Many [...]
Year of French Revolution
September 2, 1787
Remis
Dear Journal,
What a year this has been. Family income has never been so low, and taxes have never been so high. Tithes have gone down significantly, I am having trouble finding enough money for the children and myself to eat, let alone help the poor. The debt the country has worked its self [...]
Tags
1789 bellies bishops bullies bustle center of attention circles dear mother doorstep ends justify the means frenchmen French Revolution garb girondins god god on our side good time heaven jacobins lent living room manna many men march 25 marie antoinette mother and father national assembly occurrence oppression orphans peace peasants pope pregnancy radical change revolt sacrifices satin savior small wonder thibaut tithe tithes violence wagesTranslator
By N2H