#French National Day

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Fete de la Federation

Fete de la Federation was a massive festival celebrated on July 14, honoring the French Revolution. The day was the predecessor of Bastille Day, as celebrated today. The point of the festival was to celebrate both the Revolution and the spirit of National Unity. At the time, the Revolution had overthrown the excesses of the French monarchy and replaced it with a constitutional monarchy, led by an elected National assembly. The Fete de la Federation was organized to coincide with the first anniversary of the storming of the Bastille. The festival came at a time when people believed that the revolution was over, though turmoil would follow in the coming years.

History of Fete de la Federation

The French Revolution began in 1789 with that year’s Estates-General. The abolition of the reigning ‘Ancien Régime’ or Old Regime began on July 14, 1789, when a crowd of protesters stormed the Bastille prison. By 1790, the monarchy had been overthrown and a National Assembly was elected. Believing the Revolution to be over, a desire to celebrate national unity spread across the French people. The festival in Paris was to be the most prominent celebration of fraternity — it was to be attended by the royal family, the deputies of the National Assembly, and the general public. The event was organized on the Champ de Mars, which was outside Paris at the time.

The festival began with a feast as early as 4:00 A.M., and it continued to proceed despite downpours throughout the day. A parade of ‘federes’ organized under 83 banners marched their way to the place the Bastille once stood, and the members of the National Assembly, along with Louis XVI, all took an oath to protect the new Nation. The festival was also attended by delegates from countries across the globe. A popular feast followed the official celebration.

Unbeknownst to all those who attended the festivities, the stability that they foresaw was not what they had in store for them. The following years in France were of political turmoil that culminated in the people becoming disillusioned with the monarchy, leading to the execution of the royal family in 1973. Even with the French Republic finally established, peace did not follow. June 1973 saw an uprising that overthrew much of the National Assembly, sparking the Reign of Terror in the nation. The following year saw 16,000 at the hands of the Jacobins. To deal with the oppressive threat of the former, a fragile French Directory was formed, which was soon overthrown by Napoleon Bonaparte, marking the end of France’s revolutionary period.

Fete de la Federation timeline

June 13, 1789 Estates General of 1789

The Third Estate forms the National Assembly.

July 14, 1789 Storming of the Bastille

Revolutionaries storm the Bastille prison.

July 14, 1790 Fete de la Federation

The Fete de la Federation is organized to celebrate the French Revolution.

January 1793 Monarch beheaded

Louis XVI is beheaded.

Fete de la Federation FAQs

What is July 14 in France?

It is celebrated as Bastille Day.

When was the French Revolution?

May 5, 1789, to November 9, 1799.

What is the name of the flag of France?

It is called the ‘Tricolore.’

How to Observe Fete de la Federation

Read about the French Revolution

Watch a documentary

Look up related philosophy

The French Revolution was a turning point in history. Spend the day reading about it.

If reading isn’t your thing, pop in a documentary about the Revolution! You’re bound to find something entertaining. You can even try a movie or two, like “Les Miserables” or “Marie Antoinette.”

The French Revolution was built on a foundation of ideas like equality, liberty, and justice. Learn more about these abstractions and what philosophers have said about them.

5 Interesting Facts About France

Tourism

National motto

Inventions

Highest European mountain

Most visited museum

France is the world’s most popular tourist destination.

The national motto of France is “Liberté, égalité, fraternité” or “liberty, equality, fraternity.”

The French invented the hot air balloon!

The tallest mountain in Europe, Mont Blanc, is in France.

The Louvre is the world’s most visited museum.

Why Fete de la Federation is Important

It’s an important part of French history

It’s a reminder of humanity

It’s an opportunity to learn about the French Revolution

The French Revolution formed the basis of the modern state of France. Fete de la Federation is an important part of it.

The French Revolution often entailed sequences of violent events. An earnest celebration of what people thought would be a peaceful regime reminds us of how human everyone in history was.

The Revolution is a major part of world history. The Fete de la Federation is a perfect excuse to learn more about it.

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[naoko-world]

We're officially July 14: Today is French national day

Later today I'll post the songs in french because they're good and it's the day to be proud of my country, though isn't perfect and progressively more conservative and I don't like that please don't do like Americans and remove abortion rights.

[jiejie-eonni-onee-sama]

HAPPY 14th of JULY!

[emptygatoradebottleundermycoach]

I hate French people ;(

[lionofchaeronea]

Bonne Nouvelle Boulevard in Paris, Amédée-Julien Marcel-Clément, 1910

[nordleuchten]

24 Days of La Fayette - Day 3

Have you ever wondered, why the National Guard is named the National Guard? If so, then I have a painting for you:

Lafayette and the National Guard, a National Guard Heritage Painting by Ken Riley, courtesy the National Guard Bureau (12/03/2023).

La Fayette’s Tour through America in 1824 and 1825 was the event of its time. People turned out by the thousands whenever La Fayette visited and even after over a year the people were still as enthusiastic as on the first day. It were not only civilians that lined the streets to greet La Fayette but also military personal. During La Fayette’s stay in New York, immediately prior to his departure for France, a company of militia men, the 11th New York Artillery, later the 7th regiment, lined the street for La Fayette. The unit had named themselves the National Guard in memory of La Fayette’s National Guard during the French Revolution. La Fayette was apparently so touched when seeing these men, that he halted his carriage and shook the hand of every single soldier. This moment is depicted in the painting.

I could sadly find no reference to this encounter in Auguste Levasseur’s book, but we do know that by 1903 the name National Guard had become so popular that it was adopted nationwide.

The painting was done by Kenneth Pauling Riley, in, I assume 2004. Riley could at that point already look back onto a long career. He had become a war artist in World War II and after the war, President John F. Kennedy purchased on of his portraits, The Whites in their Eyes about the Battle of Bunker Hill, for the White House. Riley died in 2015.

[thepaintedroom]

Édouard Vuillard (French, 1868–1940) • Madame André Wormser and her Children • The National Gallery, London

Happy Mother's Day in the U.S. !

[lesmisscraper]

The Iconic Battlecry, the Iconic Scene.

[blackswaneuroparedux]

Il y a deux sortes de révolutions : les révolutions en arrière et les révolutions en avant. Révolutions pour révolutions, il vaut mieux servir celles de l'avenir ; car si l'avenir a des illusions, sans doute comme toute chose humaine, le passé n'a que des ruines.

Alphonse de Lamartine, Les pensées diverses (1869)

Je ne suis pas française, mais j'ai de la famille et des amis français. J'aime vivre en France. En tant que monarchiste, je n'aime pas la Révolution française, mais j'aime son histoire, sa culture et son peuple. C'est pour cette raison que je peux faire la fête aujourd'hui.

Je vous souhaite à tous une très bonne fête en ce 14 juillet !

Vive la France !

[cringesnail]

The admins asked the French speaking streamers if they wanted to do something for the 14th of July and they were so not invested that the admins decided to do it themselves lmao

[mattysmarvel]

HAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY TO THEEEEE GIMBAPPE PICTURES !!!!!!

[menlove]

out of curiosity bc I want to know if it really is Just the US and our poor education system or if it's an issue for other western majority English speaking countries as well so.....

[moonshynecybin]

I know Vale had a lot of Spanish fans but after sepang 2015 did his following in Spain shrink likes Marc’s level of Italian fans probably dropped immensly but vale is like the king of the sport so I’m not sure if he would have lost as many Spanish fans as Marc did Italian ones. Also because he involved 2 Spanish riders would that impact the Spanish following and I’m not sure if the JL fans were fans of vale before sepang either.

Home to over a million people, Western North Carolina is a region in the United States culturally associated with the traditions of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. This region has a proud history that defies common stereotypes seen in films and television, which often prey on the generational poverty, lack of access to education, and distinctive accents that have characterized the region in the past. Contrary to these depictions, people from Southern Appalachia have cultivated a warm, unique folk tradition that has generated myriad works, including unique cultural practices concerning food, music, and craft. Bluegrass/country music is probably the most famous of these practices, and some of the most celebrated songwriters on the planet are from Southern Appalachia, including Dolly Parton (born ten miles from Great Smoky Mountain National Park), Loretta Lynn, and Tyler Childers. picture sources.

Of course, the first people to live in Southern Appalachia were the Cherokee People, who still live in the area today. A federally recognized tribe, the Eastern Band of the Cherokee People are the descendants of the few who where able to avoid systematic removal of their ancestors by the US Government via the Trail of Tears. At the beginning of the Twentieth Century, the remaining members of the tribe consolidated their collective land holdings in WNC to create an entirely Tribally-governed reservation, which has over the years introduced several tribal initiatives to revive and maintain the Cherokee people's unique culture, practices, language, food, art, and folk tales. It cannot be overstated the influence the Cherokee have had (and continue to have) on the culture of the region. art source.

It should also be noted that this is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. Western North Carolina is home to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, as well as several National Forests that serve to protect a myriad of unique biomes and local wildlife. This area is one of two temperate rainforests in the United States, and experiences more rainfall in inches a year than Seattle. The name "Great Smoky Mountains" originates from the effect of the rainfall. Moisture hits the leaves of the abundant flora, and transpiration occurs, causing the plants to release evaporative clouds of mist, creating a "smoky" effect on the mountains. One of the most iconic wildflowers found in the area is trilium, which tends to bloom in the early spring in the shady patches of higher elevations. One of my personal favorites is called dutchman's pants! Which look like little lederhosen.

The area is home to many forms of wildlife, including deer, black bear, elk, river otter, possums, red wolves, turkey, and skunks. We are also known as the salamander capital of the world, and the National Park hosts over 30 unique species, including the hellbender! The largest type of salamander in the world.

Popular activities and attractions in the area include hiking, biking, whitewater rafting/kayaking, driving the Blue Ridge Parkway, visiting the Biltmore House (in Asheville, NC), and, speaking from personal experience, just kind of hanging out in various grocery store parking lots with your friends. Its a wonderful and beautiful place to live and I love it lots. all of this to say. i do not know SHIT about spanish perception of vale post-sepang. i suspect he was mostly fine.

[lionofchaeronea]

Spring by the Seine, Claude Monet, 1875

[buffetlicious]

Dilmah Singapore is commemorating Singapore’s National Day with the launch of an exclusive, limited edition Singapura Orchid Ice Green Tea. The new drink is lower in sugar, has no preservatives and has a unique flavour profile originating from 100% locally grown orchids. The drink does taste pleasant with a nice flora fragrant to it though I can’t vouch for its authenticity since I have never eaten an orchid flower before. But this tea got the thumbs up from me, my sis and her friend.

The Ice Teas are available in six other artisanal flavours made with either a green or black tea base. The green tea series is elevated with three different flavours including the light Lady Lavender, sensual Rose & French Vanilla and aromatic Arabian Jasmine. While the black teas feature flavours such as Lemon & Lime, a timeless blend of citrusy twists, White Peach that recalls bright summery days with fruity peaches. Last but not least, there’s Royal English, a signature black tea that is smooth yet full-bodied with light veils of honey.

Rose and French Vanilla Ice Green Tea is Inspiringly aromatic with a medium bodied floral note, the flavour of rose with a hint of French vanilla combines with Ceylon Green tea in a perfect embrace. Elegant and sophisticated, a perfect afternoon or after dinner tea. This fragrant ice green tea also deserves an honourable mention, as it is awarded Superior Taste Award by International Taste Institute!

Lady Lavender Ice Green Tea is a blend of green tea accented with floral notes of the freshest lavender bouquet for a drink that is light and calming for evening relaxation. The lavender aroma is not overpowering, just enough to let you know that it is in there.

Selected images courtesy of Dilmah Singapore.