Paris Commune

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Paris Commune

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Also known as Commune

revolutionary city council of Paris in 1871

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The Paris Commune was a revolutionary government that took control of Paris in 1871, representing an early attempt by citizens to govern themselves through a city council. It matters as a significant historical event that influenced later socialist and communist movements, though it was ultimately suppressed after about two months.

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Image: Barricade de la rue de Flandre ( Salle de la Marseillaise), 18 mars 1871. PH4142-167(1).jpg

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hashtag: Commune1871
Commons category: Paris Commune
end time: 1871-05-28
Commons gallery: Commune de Paris
inception: 1871-03-18
dissolved, abolished or demolished date: 1871-05-28
start time: 1871-03-18
native label: Commune de Paris

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