Charles Emmanuel IV

King of Sardinia and Duke of Savoy

Charles Emmanuel IV - King of Sardinia and Duke of Savoy
Born

1751
274 years ago

Died

October 6th, 1819
205 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Ruled Sardinia from 1796 to 1802, with significant influence on the region's governance during the tumultuous period of the Napoleonic Wars. Abdicated in 1802 amid political pressures and the ongoing conflict, and spent his later years in exile in France, focusing on religious and philosophical pursuits. His reign saw attempts to modernize the kingdom, even amid external challenges.

Ruled as King of Sardinia from 1796 to 1802

Abdicated due to political pressures

Engaged in philosophical pursuits in exile

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