The ban is in effect through Bastille Day in order to prevent “serious disturbances” to public order, the French government announced Sunday.

  • potterpockets@sh.itjust.works
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    1 year ago

    Well tbf the Storming of the Bastille was (off the top of my head) two monarchies, two empires and two republics ago. Not to mention any communes, committees of public safety, or directories. How can you blame them for getting confused?? /s

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      1 year ago

      They do still have multiple programs in place to ensure the populace always has bread. They haven’t completely forgotten.