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Question
Why is 14 July celebrated as a national holiday in France?
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Solution
On 14 July 1789, a great mob attacked Bastille, die state prison for political prisoners were released and they joined the revolutionaries. So this incident has symbolized the victory of the people of France and the fall of the monarchy. So 14 July is celebrated as a national holiday in Frances.
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