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On 5th May 1789, Louis XVI called together an assembly of Estates General ass proposals for new taxes. A resplendent hall in Versailles was prepared to host the delegates. The first and second estates sent 300 representatives each, who were seated in rows facing each other on two sides, while the members of the third estate had to stand at the back. The third estate represented by its more prosperous and educated members. Peasants, artisans and women were denied entry to the assembly.
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