On July 14th, France celebrates Bastille Day, commemorating the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789.  This marks a defining moment that ignited the French Revolution.  Bastille Day represents the birth of the modern French Republic and the powerful values of liberty, equality, and fraternity.

From the grand boulevards of Paris to the lavender fields of Provence, France's national pride is steeped in a long legacy of culture, revolution, and philosophy.  Bastille Day is not just about fireworks and military parades, it’s a reminder of the people's power to reshape their destiny.  Across the nation, July 14th is celebrated with vibrant displays of unity, heritage, and freedom.  It is a time to reflect on France’s role as a beacon of human rights and democratic ideals, honoring both its revolutionary past and its evolving present.