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Ratification of the Constitution of 1848
- When
- 4 November 1848
- Where
- National Assembly
The National Assembly passed the Constitution of 1848 on 4 November 1848, establishing the legal framework for the Second French Republic.
The constitution proclaimed a democratic republic, direct universal suffrage, and the separation of powers. It was passed by the National Assembly, the constituent body of the Second French Republic, ending the state of temporary government. This document defined the political structure that would govern the election of the president.
Sources
- French Constitution of 1848 Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-15
- French Second Republic Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-17
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