Louis XVIII of France
King of France during Bourbon Restoration
Born
1755
271 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Ascended to the throne after the fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. His reign marked the restoration of the Bourbon monarchy after years of revolution and imperial rule. Faced challenges in reconciling royalist and liberal factions within France. Implemented a constitutional charter to establish a parliamentary government. Reigned until death in 1824, overseeing a period of significant political change.
Established the Charter of 1814
Restored the Bourbon monarchy
Faced opposition from both royalists and liberals
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