The Liberal Reform phase is considered as first stage in French Revolution from 1789 to 1791 where moderate reforms were implemented aiming at limiting powers of monarchy through constitution.
Estates-General Meeting: A meeting called by Louis XVI where representatives from all three estates presented their grievances, marking the start of French Revolution.
National Assembly: The body formed by Third Estate representatives who vowed to write a constitution for France during this phase.
Tennis Court Oath: A pledge taken by National Assembly members in a tennis court vowing not to separate until they had given France a constitution.
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