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Join the celebration of French unity and liberty on Fete de la Federation with delicious food, lively music, and a festive atmosphere!
Bonjour mes amis! Get ready to celebrate Fete de la Federation on July 14, the national holiday of France. This day marks the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille in 1789, a pivotal moment in the French Revolution. It's a day filled with parades, fireworks, and celebrations all across France, as well as in other countries with strong Francophone communities. So grab your beret and baguette and join in on the festivities – it's sure to be a joyous and patriotic day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1789</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Storming of Bastille</div><div class='timeline-text'>Marking the beginning of the French Revolution, the Bastille was stormed on July 14, an iconic symbol of French freedom.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1790</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Fete de la Federation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Fete de la Federation was celebrated exactly one year after the storming of the Bastille, symbolising national unity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1880</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Official National Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>The French government officially declared July 14 as a national holiday, now universally known as Bastille Day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1918</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bastille Day during World War I</div><div class='timeline-text'>Despite the ongoing World War I, France continued to celebrate Bastille Day to maintain morale.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Post World War II Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bastille Day represented a significant symbol of freedom and unity following the liberation from Nazi occupation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Largest Military Parade In Europe</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bastille Day hosts the largest and oldest regular military parade in Europe on the Champs-Elysées, an integral part of the celebration.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a parade</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find out where the nearest Fete de la Federation parade is happening and go watch it! You'll get to see traditional French costumes, music, and floats, and be part of the festive atmosphere.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a French-inspired dinner party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite some friends over for a French-inspired dinner party. Serve classic French dishes like coq au vin or ratatouille, and decorate your home with French flags and symbols of the Fete de la Federation.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn to dance the traditional French quadrille</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a local dance studio that offers lessons in the traditional French quadrille, a popular dance at Fete de la Federation. You can then show off your moves at a Fete de la Federation celebration or at your own party.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a French film</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate Fete de la Federation by watching a French film. You can either go to a local theater or have a movie night at home with some classic French films like Amelie or The Intouchables.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a French cultural center or museum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out a local French cultural center or museum to learn more about the history and traditions of Fete de la Federation. You may even get to participate in special events or activities related to the holiday.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Celebrates French pride and unity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Fete de la Federation, also known as Bastille Day, is a national holiday in France that commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison on July 14, 1789. This event symbolizes the beginning of the French Revolution and serves as a reminder of the country's history and struggle for unity.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes French culture and traditions</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>During Fete de la Federation, people in France celebrate with parades, fireworks, and festive gatherings. It's a great opportunity to showcase and appreciate all aspects of French culture - from food, music, dance, fashion, to art. These celebrations also help keep French traditions alive and passed down to future generations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Honors key values like liberty, equality, and fraternity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Fete de la Federation is not just a day of celebration, but also a reminder of the values that France stands for. It serves as an important moment to reflect on and promote key principles such as liberty, equality, and fraternity - which are still crucial in today's society.</p></div></div>
Fete de la Federation is celebrated on July 14 every year. In 2024 Fete de la Federation will occur on a Sunday.
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