Bastille Day
Definition
Bastille Day is a French national holiday celebrated on July 14th. It commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789, which marked the beginning of the French Revolution.
Analogy
Imagine you and your friends planning a surprise party for someone who has been treating you unfairly. On the day of the party, you storm into their house, symbolizing the people storming into the Bastille prison to demand change.
Related terms
French Revolution: A period of radical social and political upheaval in France from 1789 to 1799.
National Holiday: A day that is recognized by a country as having special significance and is usually marked by celebrations or events.
Storming: Taking something or somewhere by force or with great determination.
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