July 14
July 14 of the year 1789
Marks a gruesome turning point
In European history
In France, calls for political reform
Are overtaken by a revolution
Against injustice and corruption
Sweeping away the monarchy,
The aristocracy,
And the power of the Church
Followed by a Reign of Terror
In which the privileged classes
And those in power
Are beheaded on the guillotine
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