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The Bastille was the Royal Prison. By taking the Bastille, the people were telling the King he had lost his power of threat.
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National Day in France?
Bastille Day.
Who celebrates Bastille Day as their Independence Day?
No one, Bastille Day is France's national day, not its independence day.
Is there school on Bastille day in France?
There is no school on Bastille day in France. Firstly Bastille Day is on the 14th of July, so this is the Summer holiday period, and secondly It is a bank holiday and day off for working people.
Do Canadians celebrate Bastille day?
No, Bastille Day is only relevant to France, not Canada or Québec.
Is Bastille Day celebrated in France?
Bastille Day is celebrated in every French city and village.
Whats significant about merguez et frites in France on Bastille Day?
None are related to Bastille Day.
What is France's specific holiday?
Bastille Day
Who started Bastille Day?
Bastille Day is the national holiday of France. It began on July 14, 1880 and is held to honor the beginning of the French Revolution with the Storming of Bastille.
Is Bastille day celebrated all over France?
Bastille Day is celebrated in every French city and village.
What country in Southern Europe has Bastille Day?
France
When is France's Independence Day?
France does not have an Independence Day. France has been independent since the Romans left. In France there is a National Festival (Fête Nationale) called in English Bastille Day, which is on July 14.
Is Bastille Day in Greece?
No, Bastille Day is celebrated only in France, as it commemorates the French Revolution which led to the foundation of the French Republic.
