The French Revolution began in 1789. The revolution was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France that lasted for about a decade, until the late 1790s. It was triggered by various factors, including economic inequality, political discontent, and social unrest. The revolution led to the overthrow of the monarchy, the establishment of a republic, and ultimately the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. The French Revolution had a profound impact on France and Europe, bringing significant social, political, and cultural changes and marking a shift toward modernity and the rise of nationalism.