Bastille Day : Referred as French National Day.

July 14 is recognised as Bastille Day or French National Day

This day is commemorated in remembrance of the fall of the Bastille.

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The Bastille, which was once constructed as a medieval stronghold, later turned into a state prison.

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On July 14, 1789, a mob attacked the fortress and released seven prisoners. And hence, this action signalled the beginning of the French Revolution.

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The French revolution continued from 1789 to 1799

France adopted the 14th of July as a national holiday in 1880. The official name of the holiday in France is Fête Nationale, which also serves as a symbol of national harmony.

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The national holiday of France is known as Bastille Day in English-speaking nations.

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The event includes speeches, military parades, pyrotechnics, and general public joy.

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France celebrates Bastille Day with a military parade along the Champs-Elysees in Paris.

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People celebrate the day with fanfare and excitement as fireworks are seen over the Eiffel Tower.

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Aircraft of the Patrouille de France fly during the Bastille Day military parade in Paris, France, July 14, 2022.

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