Before
May 1789 - Louis XVI summons the States General. In June, the commons forms the National Assembly, taking effective power in the name of the people.
After
April 1792 - The Legislative Assembly declares war on Austria and Prussia. The first French Republic is declared
January 1793 - Louis XVI is executed.
October 1795 - Napoleon forcibly restores order to a turbulent Paris
November 1799 - Napoleon effectively becomes the first ruler of France
