Conférence Université Ouverte antenne de Montbéliard
Conference - Université Ouverte, Montbéliard branch
Go back to the economic origins of the French Revolution with the lecture "State and town debt: an inextricable situation before the Revolution", given by André Ferrer, honorary lecturer in history.
On the eve of 1789, the State debt reached record levels, representing almost half of public spending. With its unequal tax system, lack of a proper budget and the burden of war, this critical financial situation led to the convening of the Estates General, which triggered the French Revolution.
The conference also sheds light on the situation of towns, particularly in Franche-Comté, where local indebtedness reveals deep-seated economic weaknesses. A fascinating insight into the financial mechanisms behind a major turning point in history.
Go back to the economic origins of the French Revolution with the lecture "State and town debt: an inextricable situation before the Revolution", given by André Ferrer, honorary lecturer in history.
On the eve of 1789, the State debt reached record levels, representing almost half of public spending. With its unequal tax system, lack of a proper budget and the burden of war, this critical financial situation led to the convening of the Estates General, which triggered the French Revolution.
The conference also sheds light on the situation of towns, particularly in Franche-Comté, where local indebtedness reveals deep-seated economic weaknesses. A fascinating insight into the financial mechanisms behind a major turning point in history.
Horaires et ouvertures
from 6pm to 8pm
Next date
On 2026-06-01 (18:00 à 20:00)
Campus de Montbéliard - Amphitheâtre François VION-DELPHIN
4 Place Lucien Tharradin
25200
MONTBELIARD
