The storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, is considered a pivotal event in the French Revolution. The Bastille, a fortress prison in Paris, was viewed as a symbol of royal tyranny. The mob's attack was fueled by the widespread discontent with King Louis XVI's regime and economic hardship. The capture of the Bastille marked a turning point, leading to the collapse of royal authority in Paris. This event galvanized revolutionary fervor across France, ultimately leading to the establishment of the French Republic and the end of feudalism.