History glossary
The Tennis Court Oath
the June 1789 oath by deputies not to separate until France had a written constitution.
- Category
- Historical event
- Region
- France
- Date range
- 20 June 1789
What it means
The Tennis Court Oath was sworn on 20 June 1789 after deputies found their meeting hall closed. They vowed not to disperse until France had a constitution, asserting authority independent of royal permission.
