The event in history marked by the storming of the Bastille occurred on July 14, 1789, and is recognized as a pivotal moment of the French Revolution. The Bastille, a fortress prison in Paris, symbolized royal tyranny and oppression. The storming of this structure by revolutionaries represented a significant uprising against King Louis XVI and the monarchy’s authority, sparking widespread revolutionary activity throughout France. This event gradually led to the establishment of a republican government and the eventual rise of democratic ideals. Bastille Day is now commemorated annually as a celebration of freedom and the fight against oppression.