National Assembly (French Revolution) Timeline of Events

Home / Timelines / National Assembly (French Revolution)

National Assembly (French Revolution)

During the French Revolution, the National Assembly , which existed from June 17 to July 9, 1789, was a transitional body between the Estates-General and the National Constituent Assembly.-Background:...

Timeline of Events

1789

6.17.1789

In France, the Third Estate declares itself the National Assembly.

7.9.1789

In Versailles, the National Assembly reconstitutes itself as the National Constituent Assembly and begins preparations for a French constitution.

8.26.1789

The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen is approved by National Assembly at Palace of Versailles.