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CLHS Revolutions I

CLHS Review- American Revolution and French Revolution Units

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Economic Reasons for War with England England controlled trade in colonies, England taxed colonies over French and Indian War
Political Reasons for war with England Colonists had to obey English laws, colonies were not represented in Parliament
John Locke philosopher of natural rights, people should have unalienable rights
commander in chief lead person that runs the american military
Thomas Jefferson wrote Declaration of Independence
George Washington led the Continental Army during American Revolutionary War and then became 1st Pres of USA
democracy government type that is led by the people and for the people
Stamp Act and Sugar Act these acts angered the colonists and they protested these taxes b/c they didn't have representation of taxes- a consequence of the French and Indian War
"shot heard 'round the world" showed the first battle of the war at Lexington/Concord
Treaty of Paris This treaty ended the American Revolutionary war
big reason why America won the war... b/c of French support like $$ and troops, Americans could get extra help when needed
English advantages during the war this country had the strongest navy at the time, great industrial resources and strong leadership
Unalienable rights are: pursuit of happiness, liberty and life
Napoleon born in Corsica, crowned himself Emperor and gained new territory for France
Elba where Napoleon was exiled to...he was punished and had to live on this island
First Estate and Second Estate The wealthy classes of France. Nobles and clergy men belonged here
Third Estate The poor working class of France. 98% of the population belonged to this Estate
Declaration of Rights of Man The French document that proved them free of Estates and were to be equal men.
Reign of Terror When Robespierre led this group of revolutionaries and punishment was death by guillotine
Those that embraced Englightment The 3rd estate- tired of their hardships, they wanted equality for all
French tax system before the war for the Third Estate This group or Estate had to pay most of the taxes (unfair)
The Russians war tactics against Napoleon scorched-earth policy, meaning they burn down all land
French debt problem this problem of France was contributed to upkeep at the Palace of Versailles and high taxes on imported luxury goods
Tennis Court Oath That the Natl Assembly would not dissolve until they had created a new Constitution
Women's March on Versailles 1789 Women were mad b/c of bread shortages
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