Question

When was the Bastille prison stormed and why?

Answer 1

The Bastille was a fortress used as a prison by the King of France. It was stormed on 14th of July 1789 by the angry people who wanted to reach the ammunition that was believed to have been stored there.

The commander of the prison was killed and the seven prisoners inside were all released. The fortress was completely demolished by people. The Bastille was hated by the people as it represented the despotic power of the king and was the focus of much resentment.