BONNE FETE NATIONALE

           

                              

The French National Day is the anniversary of the storming or the Bastille on the 14th July 1789, a major event of the French Revolution. Also, the Fete de la Fédération that celebrates the unity of the French people, on the 14^th July 1796.

 

Celebrations are held throughout France and a parade described as “the largest Military Parade in Europe”, takes place each 14^th July, at the Champs Elysée, in Paris, in front of the President of the Republic, other French officials and foreign visitors.   

The Fleur de Lys is a French heraldic sign.

The "Storming of the Bastille" by Jean-Pierre Houel

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