Friday, March 28, 2008

Constitution of 1791


The Constitution of 1791 made France a constitutional monarchy. In this government, legislative powers were given to the Legislative Assembly, had the power to declare war and make taxes. The Legislative Assembly was made up of representatives elected by Electors, who were elected by male citizens who paid annual taxes. The monarch was stripped of almost all of his powers, including the army.


This constitution lasted a mere year.

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