The French Revolutionary Wars

The French Revolutionary Wars (1792-1802) were a series of conflicts between revolutionary France and various European monarchies that opposed its radical changes. Following the French Revolution, which overthrew the monarchy in 1789, France sought to spread its revolutionary ideals across Europe. This led to wars against countries like Austria, Prussia, and Britain. The revolutionaries aimed to defend their new republic while also inspiring other nations to challenge kings and autocrats. Ultimately, these wars paved the way for Napoleon Bonaparte's rise to power and significant changes in European political landscapes.