George Mason University
Gmu: Liberty, Equality, Fraternity: Exploring the French Revolution
This detailed analysis of the French Revolution ranges from the social and political causes that preceded it by a hundred or more years, through the Revolution itself, to the many and varied consequences. Every step of the way, the...
Tom Richey
Tom richey.net: The French Revolution and Napoleon
Four videos on the French Revolution (from 8 to 14 min. long), a slideshow, and a students' unit guide with primary resources.
George Mason University
George Mason University: Imaging the French Revolution
A scholarly presentation of the French Revolution that is organized in three ways. The essays analyze images from this civil war. The discussions look at various interpretations, historians' methodologies, and at what effects digital...
BBC
Bbc: Britain and the French Revolution
The author describes how the French Revolution was received by the British. At first, many citizens saw a cause to celebrate. But as the Revolution proceeded, disillusionment set in for many people. Archived.
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Unlv: French Revolution: A Chronology
This is a timeline that covers the French Revolution in detail from 1789 to 1799.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Women and the French Revolution
What impact did the French Revolution have on women? Did it alter their role in society? Deepen studies of the French Revolution with this Tom Richey PowerPoint presentation.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: 1789 the French Revolution: Part I
Studying the French Revolution of the late 18th Century? Take advantage of this study tool which illustrates the details of the war.
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Bristol University: Lectures on the French Revolution [Pdf]
This resource presents a series of lectures by one of the most famous British historians (Lord Acton) of the 19th century. He examines the causes and events of the revolution.
Mother Earth Travel
Mother Earth Travel: The French Revolution and Germany
How was Germany involved in the French Revolution? Find out the details of what happened to Germany during the war.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: French Revolution
This Fordham University site provides links to various documents that pertain to the French Revolution. (Note: a lot of the content is in French.)
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Marie Antoinette and the French Revolution (Educator Guides)
These three educator guides have been developed as a way to involve students in the origins, drama, and outcomes of the French Revolution in a way that is relevant to their current lives. The guides include recommendations for using...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Trans Atlantic Crisis: The French Revolution
A look at the French Revolution and how it was interpreted by members of the ruling members in the new United States. What occurred in France tempered the way politic opposites viewed each other in America.
PBS
Pbs: Marie Antoinette and the French Revolution
PBS documentary site explains the whys and wherefores of our enduring interest in the life and loves of Marie Antoinette. Follow the timeline that leads to her execution at the guillotine, learn about the extravagance of her surroundings...
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Bristol University: Arthur Young's Travels in France [Pdf]
A book written by Arthur Young, well know English writer and economist who visited France just prior to the French Revolution. His book provided insights into the causes of the French Revolution. The book is in PDF format.
Stanford University
Stanford History Education Group: Reign of Terror
[Free Registration/Login Required] Examining bits from the "Decree Against Profiteers" and "Law of Suspects," students will learn the impact of the Committee of Public Safety's power to rule during the most intense year of the French...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Primary Source Set: Perspectives on the French and Indian War
A collection that uses primary sources to explore perspectives on the French and Indian War.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The Age of Atlantic Revolutions
The American Revolution fomented change throughout the trans-Atlantic area. Read about the revolution's influence on the French and their overthrowing of their king, and the slave revolt which brought about the second republic in the New...
Victorian Web
The Victorian Web: Thomas Carlyle
This Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) portal gives access to biographical information about this Victorian social and polticial historian's life and work, such as his importan history of the French Revolution.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Romantic Poetry: The First Generation: William Wordsworth
This lesson from a unit on Romantic Poetry focuses on William Wordsworth who is famous for lyrical ballads. It features links to information about the French Revolution, two of his poems: "The World Is Too Much With Us" and "Lines...
J. Paul Getty Trust
J. Paul Getty Museum: Jacques Louis David
Brief description of the Jacques-Louis David's life and artistic influences, with links to more information on six of David's works in the Getty's collection. Discusses the classical influences seen in the artist's work and his role in...
Digital History
Digital History: Problems England Faced After the French and Indian War [Pdf]
This offers a good overview of the problems England needed to deal with after signing the Treaty of Paris in 1763, ending the French and Indian War. What to do about the new lands they controlled, how to deal with their loss of income...
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The Guillotine History, Facts and Fiction
The Guillotine, a formidable and central part of the French Revolution, maintains a position of prominence in French history. This site documents the importance of this device and it's role in French culture. An interactive feature,...
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