Passion-lit background
The Bastille prison, seen as the epitome of hell, is a symbol of the darkness of that era. Prisoners spend their days and nights in crowded, dirty, desperate conditions, and life is like a nightmare. Bars, fences, and chains outline grim prisons, and the bustle of New York seems to ignore it.
The outbreak of the flame of freedom
However, history is often born out of despair. On a cold night in December 1831, the prisoners gathered like a bright flame in the darkness. Under the relentless oppression of prison, they no longer tolerate injustice, no longer endure abuse, they seek freedom and dignity.
Hundreds of prisoners revolted in unison, armed with homemade weapons, shouting loudly and thunderously. They seized the central area of the prison, hanging a flag that read "freedom or death."
Power and resistance
The government's response was merciless. Send armed forces and fill the prison with blood and smoke. But the prisoners were indomitable and steadfastly defended that flag, a strong commitment to freedom and dignity.
Despite their scars, they persevered. Although their resistance was suppressed, that fiery desire was deeply imprinted in the memory of history.
Light of reform
The Bastille prison riot aroused widespread attention, and society began to reflect on the injustice and abuse in prison. The call for reform is growing, and there is a recognition that everyone, regardless of the crime, should be treated humanely.
The riot became a symbol of prison reform. Prison conditions improved and a wave of reform spread as a catalyst for reform of the U.S. legal and criminal justice system.
A flame that never goes out
This burning of history has dissipated, but it has lit up the long night of freedom and dignity. The Bastille prison riot taught us that everyone deserves dignity and fairness, no matter what the circumstances. It is a burning flame of freedom that will never be extinguished.