14 juillet 1789 · Place de la Bastille, Paris
The Storming of the Bastille
The Revolt
On July 14, 1789, France is in turmoil. Tensions between the people and the monarchy are at their peak.
Towards the Bastille
In Paris, rumors of a coup by King Louis XVI circulate, and fear of repression intensifies.
The Fortress
Parisians, in search of ammunition and arms to defend themselves, head towards the Bastille, a symbol of royal tyranny.
The Fight
The first exchanges of fire break out and chaos ensues. The growing population ultimately storms the prison gates.
The Victory
After several hours of fighting, the Bastille finally falls into the hands of the insurgents.
A New Beginning
The victors celebrate their victory, a symbol of a new beginning for France.
A Founding Act
The storming of the Bastille becomes a founding act of the French Revolution, marking the beginning of an era where the people claim their rights.