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Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen
The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen is a foundational document of the French Revolution, adopted in 1789. It proclaimed universal human and civil rights, inspired by Enlightenment ideals, and became a cornerstone for modern democracy and individual liberty in France and worldwide.