Batavian Revolution

The Batavian Revolution (1795) was a political upheaval in the Netherlands inspired by the French Revolution. It led to the overthrow of the Dutch Republic's-old ruling system and the establishment of the Batavian Republic, a more democratic and centralized state aligned with revolutionary ideals. Influenced by French revolutionary ideas, the revolution dismantled aristocratic dominance, promoted civic equality, and restructured government institutions. This shift marked a move towards modern republican values in the Netherlands, ending centuries of oligarchic rule and paving the way for significant social and political reforms.