The French revolution, which began in 1789 and ended in 1799, was inspired by the American revolution due to their success. At first, the French weren't doing well since their king was unsuccessful and careless. Therefore, the people were starving and needed a better life. The Enlightenment was also the one that inspired the American revolution which was then when the French was also inspired. It was basically an inspiration team-up between them.
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