Historical Events tagged with "jacques necker"
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Politics & Government
Camille Desmoulins Sparks Bastille Storming
July 12th, 1789 235 years ago
Camille Desmoulins, a radical journalist, delivered a passionate speech in response to the dismissal of Finance Minister Jacques Necker, igniting public outrage. This rallying cry led citizens to gather angrily in Paris, ultimately culminating in the iconic storming of the Bastille just two days later. The event marked a significant turning point in the escalating tensions of the French Revolution.
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