The French Revolution was heavily influenced by Enlightenment ideas, which emphasized individual rights, liberty, and equality. The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen reflected these principles by stating that all men are born free and equal in rights, promoting the idea that government should protect these rights for everyone.
Analyze how the French Revolution was impacted by Enlightenment ideas in the French document the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen. Respond in 1–2 sentences. Make your answer simple and coherent, intended for 9th grade.
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