Here are a few of the most interesting Bastille Day statistics and facts I was able to dig up in my internet travels. As always, be sure to check back in the future as I will be updating this post as new and updated stats become available.
What is Bastille Day?
Bastille Day is a French holiday that commemorates the storming of the Bastille in Paris on July 14, 1789, which was a key moment in the French Revolution.
When is Bastille Day?
Every year on July 14th
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Where is Bastille Day celebrated?
France (primary)
Also: Belgium, Canada and Tahiti have large celebrations
When was Bastille Day first recognized?
The holiday was officially designate by a law passed on July 6, 1880.
French names for Bastille Day:
Fete nationale, Quatorze julliet, le 14 juillet
Year of the first Bastille Day military parade:
1880
Number of prisoners actually freed from the Bastille:
7