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Commemorating the storming of the Bastille on 14th July 1789, Bastille Day takes place on the same date each year. The main event is a grand military parade along the Champs-Élysées, attended by the President of the Republic and other political leaders.
4 days ago · Bastille Day, national holiday in France and its overseas départements and territories, marking the anniversary of the fall on July 14, 1789, of the Bastille, in Paris. Originally built as a medieval fortress, the Bastille eventually came to be used as a state prison.
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.
2 days ago · Today is 14 July, and for millions of people around France it’s a national day of celebration for a date more commonly known as Bastille Day. But do you know the origins of Bastille Day and why it’s celebrated on 14 July? Find out everything you need to know about France’s national day and ...
Jul 13, 2016 · Bastille Day marks an important French Revolution anniversary, but the real event and its symbolism have sometimes diverged.
Jul 13, 2023 · The July 14 date of the fête commemorates two important events in French history. FRANCE 24 takes a look at the holiday’s origins and what to expect on the day.
2 days ago · Fireworks, firemen's parties, and military processions mark the bank holiday on 14 July when we commemorate the French Revolution's storming of the Bastille in 1789. Here are some ways to enjoy a unique day when the country is decorated in blue, white, and red!
