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France's national holiday is Bastille Day, sometimes referred to as "La Fête Nationale" or "Le 14 Juillet" in French. It commemorates the anniversary of the storming of Paris's Bastille fortress-prison on July 14, 1789, and is observed every year on July 14. This act, which is seen as a symbol of the revolt of the people against absolute monarchy and the start of the French Revolution, was a turning point in the history of France.


The Bastille was a representation of oppression and tyranny, and the revolutionaries' conquest of it marked a turning point in the fight for liberty, equality, and brotherhood in France. Additionally, the fall of the Bastille signaled the start of numerous revolutionary movements across the nation.

 

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Today, France observes Bastille Day as a national holiday, and numerous celebrations are held to mark the occasion, such as military parades, fireworks displays, community activities, parties, and cultural programmes. The French populace gathers on this day to honour their national pride and the fundamental principles of democracy and freedom that have guided their country throughout its history.

 


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