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  1. Bastille - Wikipedia

    The Bastille (/ bæˈstiːl /, French: [bastij] ⓘ) was a medieval fortress in Paris, known as the Bastille Saint-Antoine. It played an important role in the internal conflicts of France and for most of its …

  2. Bastille | Definition, History, & Facts | Britannica

    The Bastille, stormed by an armed mob of Parisians on July 14, 1789, in the opening days of the French Revolution, was a symbol of the despotism of the ruling Bourbon monarchy and held …

  3. Bastille Day - Definition, Date & Facts | HISTORY

    Jun 21, 2017 · Bastille Day is a holiday celebrating the storming of the Bastille—a military fortress and prison—on July 14, 1789, in a violent uprising that helped usher in the French Revolution.

  4. Bastille | Official Site

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  5. The Bastille: A Fortress, A Prison, A Symbol - History Tools

    May 27, 2024 · The Bastille, an imposing fortress that once stood in the heart of Paris, has left an indelible mark on French history. Its legacy extends far beyond its physical presence, as it …

  6. What is Bastille Day and why is it celebrated? – NBC Bay Area

    July 14 marks the fall of the Bastille and the beginning of the French Revolution. Swooping warplanes, axe-carrying warriors, a drone light show over the Eiffel Tower and fireworks in …

  7. Storming of the Bastille - World History Encyclopedia

    May 2, 2022 · The Bastille was a fortress and a state prison built in the 14th century to defend Paris against the English. By the French Revolution, it had become a symbol of oppression …

  8. Bastille - YouTube Music

    Bastille are an English indie pop band formed in 2010. The group began as a solo project by lead vocalist Dan Smith, but later expanded to include keyboardist Kyle Simmons, bassist and …

  9. Bastille | Research Starters - EBSCO

    The Bastille was a medieval fortress in Paris, originally built in the mid-1300s to enhance the city's defenses. Over time, it transformed into a state prison notorious for incarcerating individuals …

  10. The History of Bastille Day: Celebrating French Independence

    Jul 15, 2024 · On July 14th, 1789, the sans-culottes, aka the lower and middle classes of Paris stormed the Bastille, a medieval fortress that had been transformed into a prison that …