July 14th is commemorated as France's national day, known as La fête nationale or le quatorze juillet, marking the storming of the Bastille in 1789. This event symbolizes the onset of the French Revolution, attributed to a mob's uprising against monarchical tyranny. Although popularly associated with the liberation of political prisoners, historical evidence shows the Bastille held only seven inmates at the time, primarily serving as a royal arsenal. The following year marked a celebration with the Fête de la Fédération, which included a military parade and an oath to the King. It is a day of national pride and celebration.
July 14th commemorates the storming of the Bastille in 1789, symbolizing the start of the French Revolution and the struggle against monarchical tyranny, though historically it held few prisoners.
Although the prison was stormed by a mob seeking freedom, by 1789 the Bastille was primarily known as a royal arsenal, holding only seven prisoners at the time.
The anniversary of the storming was celebrated the following year with the Fête de la Fédération, which included elements like a military parade and a ceremonial oath to the King.
The English term 'Bastille Day' is not used in France; the day is known locally as La fête nationale or le quatorze juillet, marking national identity and historical celebration.
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