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Why is 14 July celebrated as the National Day of France?

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The King was executed on this day.
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The people of France stormed the Versailles palace.
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The people of France stormed the Bastille prison.
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France won the First World War on this day.
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The correct option is C The people of France stormed the Bastille prison.
On 14 July 1789, the people stormed the Bastille prison. This day is celebrated as the National Day of France as the fall of the Bastille was a stepping stone in their Revolution.

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