How was the outcome of the French Revolution most likely that of the American Revolution?
Answer (2)
The French and American Revolutions share key outcomes, including fundamental shifts towards democratic governance and societal transformations. Both revolutions were driven by Enlightenment ideals and resulted in lasting legacies that inspired future movements for independence and democracy. However, while they aimed for similar liberties, their paths diverged with distinct challenges and consequences.
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both revolutions led to major political change by overthrowing monarchies and promoting ideas of liberty and equality. they were inspired by enlightenment ideas and aimed to give power to the people instead of kings.
american revolution (1775–1783): ended british rule and created a democratic republic (the usa) with a constitution based on individual rights and representative government.
french revolution (1789–1799): ended absolute monarchy in france and led to the declaration of the rights of man, promoting freedom and equality (though it faced more chaos and violence, like the reign of terror).
similar outcomes:
both rejected monarchy and pushed for democracy.
both spread enlightenment ideas across the world.
both influenced future revolutions and political reforms in other countries.
sources:
thomas jefferson, declaration of independence (1776)
french national assembly, declaration of the rights of man and of the citizen (1789)
william doyle, the oxford history of the french revolution (1989)
gordon s. wood, the american revolution: a history (2002)
