HistoryExtra podcast The dangerous road to the Bastille
Dec 1, 2023
Explore the 40 years leading up to the French Revolution, filled with war, scandal, financial crisis, and scientific advancements. Highlights include the Parisians' perception of the end of the War of the Austrian Succession, the impact of the Seven Years' War on Paris, the spring uprising of 1750, and the influence of the Enlightenment period.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Parisians' Perception of the End of the War
03:14 • 5min
Understanding Events and the Impact of the Seven Years' War on Paris
08:42 • 5min
The Uprising of 1750
13:29 • 12min
The Impact of Enlightenment and the Balloon Flights
25:24 • 20min
Promotions and Ads
45:08 • 2min