France in the Enlightenment

The atlas holds 3 people and 5 moments here, from 1734 to 1805. The most recorded lives are John Adams, John James Audubon and David Hume.

Notable people

1. David Hume

   in 1734

   1 moment here

   Scottish philosopher, historian, economist and essayist. Hume’s documented movements include formative stays in Bristol and France; residences at…

2. John Adams

   from 1778 to 1779

   2 moments here

   American lawyer, revolutionary leader, diplomat, first vice president of the United States, and second U.S. president.…

3. John James Audubon

   from 1788 to 1805

   2 moments here

   French-American artist, naturalist, explorer, and ornithologist best known for The Birds of America.…

Moments

1. 1734 Studies in France David Hume
2. 1778 Arrived in France as commissioner John Adams
3. 1779 Departed France John Adams
4. 1788 Childhood relocation to France John James Audubon
5. 1805 Return visit to France John James Audubon

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